herbicide
|her-bi-cide|
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/ˈhɜːrbɪˌsaɪd/
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/ˈhɜːbɪˌsaɪd/
plant killer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'herbicide' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'herba' meaning 'grass' and 'caedere' meaning 'to kill'.
Historical Evolution
'herbicide' was formed in the 19th century from the Latin words 'herba' and 'caedere'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a substance that kills plants', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical substance used to kill or inhibit the growth of unwanted plants, especially weeds.
Farmers use herbicides to control weeds in their fields.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41