germicides

Definition of germicidesnext
plural of germicide

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for germicides
Noun
  • The numbers have recovered significantly since the suspension of the use of pesticides like DDT in the 1970s.
    Alan Gionet, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
  • This may include the use of fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The company estimates its growing process uses 95% less water and 94% less land than conventional farming, and requires no herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides.
    Elaine Pofeldt, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Pesticides, herbicides and synthetic fertilizers will not be permitted.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
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“Germicides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germicides. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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