cyanicide

/ˌsaiəˈnɪsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or agent that kills cyanobacteria.

“The researcher studied the effects of various cyanicides on the algal blooms in the lake.”

2. noun

A substance that destroys or inhibits the growth of cyanobacteria.

“The new cyanicide has been shown to be effective in reducing cyanotoxin production in water systems.”

Synonyms

  • cyanobacticide

Antonyms

  • cyanobenefactor