aphicidal

/əˌfɪsɪˈdæl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or causing the death of aphids

“The farmer sprayed an aphicidal pesticide to protect his crops from aphid infestation.”

2. noun

a substance or agent that is aphicidal

“The gardener applied an aphicidal spray to kill the aphids on her roses.”

Synonyms

  • aphic
  • aphidicide
  • pesticidal

Antonyms

  • aphidophilous
  • aphigenous