ver·mi·cide (vûr m -s d )n. A substance used to kill worms. ver mi·cidal (-sdl) adj. |
vermicide [ˈvɜːmɪˌsaɪd]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) any substance used to kill worms
vermicidal adj
vermicide
a substance for killing worms, especially intestinal worms, in animals or humans. Cf. vermifuge.
See also: Wormsa substance for killing worms, especially intestinal worms, in animals or humans. Cf. vermifuge.
See also: Remedies
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | vermicide - an agent that kills worms (especially those in the intestines) medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine - (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease agent - a substance that exerts some force or effect |
Translations
vermicide
n → Wurmmittel nt, → Vermizid nt (spec)
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