acarotoxic

/ækəˈroʊtɪks/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or capable of causing harm or death to spiders or mites

“The acarotoxic chemical was tested on various insect species to assess its efficacy.”

2. noun

a substance or agent that is acarotoxic

“The researchers isolated the acarotoxic compound from the plant’s extract.”

Synonyms

  • arachnotoxic
  • insecticidal

Antonyms

  • beneficial
  • non-toxic