nematocide

/nɛməˈtoʊsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound used to kill or control nematodes, especially in agriculture.

“The farmer used a nematocide to protect his crops from parasitic worms.”

2. verb

To kill or control nematodes using a chemical compound.

“The soil was nematocided to prevent further infestation by parasitic worms.”

Synonyms

  • helicid
  • nematistat

Antonyms

  • nematophile