Herbicide

usgb/ˈɜːrbɪsaɪd,ˈhɜːrbɪsaɪd/
noun

A substance that is used to destroy or slow the growth of plants, especially weeds.

The farmer used a herbicide to control the weeds in his field.
Visual representation of "herbicide" - A substance that is used to destroy or slow the growth of plants, especially weeds

Often appears as...

  • apply herbicide
  • herbicide resistance

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Usage Specificity

Herbicide refers specifically to plant-killing substances, not to be confused with pesticides which target a variety of pests.

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While planting my garden, I avoided using herbicides to preserve beneficial plants.
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Environmental Context

Awareness of environmental impact is important; herbicides can affect more than just weeds.

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Environmentalists argue that overusing herbicides leads to water pollution.
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Selective vs. Total

Some herbicides target specific plants, while others kill all vegetation; context dictates the choice.

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The vineyard used a selective herbicide to protect the grapevines while eliminating weeds.
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