spartacide

/spɑrˈtæsɪd/ or /spɑrˈtɑsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or chemical that kills insects, especially a pesticide containing the compound pyrethrin.

“The gardener used a spartacide to eliminate the aphids infesting the roses.”

Synonyms

  • insecticide
  • pesticide

Antonyms

  • fertilizer
  • nourisher