phorate

/ˈfoʊrɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound derived from a phosphorus halide, used as an insecticide.

“The farmer used phorate to control the aphid infestation in his field.”

Synonyms

  • insecticide
  • organophosphate

Antonyms

  • environmentally-friendly-pest-control-method
  • pesticide-control-agent