weedkiller

UK
/ˈwiːdˌkɪlə/
US
/ˈwidˌkɪlər/

Translations

weedkillernoun
weedkillers
pl
UK
/ˈwiːdˌkɪlə/
US
/ˈwidˌkɪlər/
The farmer used a weedkiller to protect his crops.
Фермер использовал гербицид для защиты своих культур.
Synonyms
plant killer
weed control
weed exterminator
weedkilleradjective
UK
/ˈwiːdˌkɪlə/
US
/ˈwidˌkɪlɚ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "weedkiller spray"). Relational, not gradable.

Definitions

weedkillernoun
A chemical substance used to destroy or inhibit the growth of unwanted plants, especially weeds.
The gardener applied weedkiller to the lawn to prevent the dandelions from spreading.
weedkilleradjective
Relating to, intended for, or used in killing weeds.
Always store weedkiller products out of children’s reach.