herbicide
Translation
herbicide, weedkiller
Examples
The farmer sprayed herbicide on the fields.
The farmer sprayed herbicide on the fields.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) noun a substance for killing unwanted plants The farmer sprayed herbicide on the fields.
Similar Words
Synonyms: weedkiller; Related: pesticide
Etymology
From Latin 'herba' (plant) + '-cida' (killer). Literally 'plant killer'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'herb' (a plant) and '-cide' (to kill, as in homicide). It's a substance that 'kills herbs'.