stibethyl

/stibˈɛθɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound used in insecticides, particularly in the form of the isomer 2,2,3,3-tetrabromo-1,4-bis(ethenyl)-1,4-diazonia-cyclopentadienyl dichloroethylene.

“The chemical factory produced stibethyl as a key component in their pest control products.”

2. adjective

Relating to or containing stiberyl, especially in the context of chemical compounds.

“The team of researchers worked with stibethyl-containing compounds to develop new pesticides.”

Synonyms

  • chemical compound
  • insecticide
  • pesticide

Antonyms

  • natural substance
  • organic