attractant

UK
/əˈtræktənt/
US
/əˈtræktənt/

Translations

attractantnoun
attractants
pl
UK
/əˈtræktənt/
US
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The researchers used a chemical attractant to lure the insects into the trap.
Исследователи использовали химический аттрактант, чтобы заманить насекомых в ловушку.
attractantadjective
more attractant
Comp.
most attractant
Super.
UK
/əˈtræktənt/
US
/əˈtræktənt/
Used attributively in technical/scientific contexts (e.g., "attractant pheromones").

Definitions

attractantnoun
A substance that lures or entices an organism, often used in the context of attracting animals or insects.
The researchers used a floral attractant to draw bees to the experimental garden.
attractantadjective
Serving to attract; having the property of luring or enticing organisms.
Attractant pheromones were released to guide the moths toward the trap.