1. a chemical substance used to kill or control the growth of algae
Usage: commonly used in pool maintenance and water treatment

Examples

• The pool maintenance crew added algaecide to prevent green algae from blooming.
• Copper sulfate is a common algaecide used in water treatment facilities.
• Without regular algaecide treatment, the pond became covered in thick algae.
• The gardener applied algaecide to the fountain to keep the water clear.
• Many algaecides are effective but require careful handling due to their chemical nature.
• The lake manager decided to use an environmentally friendly algaecide this season.