ovicidal

/ɔvɪˈsɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of destroying or killing eggs

“The ovidical properties of the plant made it useful for controlling pests.”

2. noun

a substance capable of destroying or killing eggs

“The ovidal properties of the pesticide were a major concern for environmentalists.”

Synonyms

  • egg-killer
  • ovicidal
  • ovicide

Antonyms

  • egg-preservative
  • oviparous