Biocide


any chemical that destroys life by poisoning, especially a pesticide, herbicide, or fungicide.
noun
a chemical, such as a pesticide, capable of killing living organisms
n.
biocide
(bī’ə-sīd’)
a chemical agent, such as a pesticide or herbicide, that is capable of destroying living organisms.

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