tickicide

/ˈtɪsɪsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

The act or practice of killing ticks, especially to prevent the spread of tick-borne diseases.

“The veterinarian recommended a tickicide treatment for the dog after the hike.”

2. verb

To kill ticks, especially to prevent the spread of tick-borne diseases.

“The farmer tickicides his livestock regularly to keep them healthy.”

Synonyms

  • tick exterminator
  • tick killer
  • tick poison

Antonyms

  • tick infestation
  • tick proliferation