noun
- chemical substances that kill or control harmful living organisms such as bacteria, fungi, or pests
Usage: plural form of biocide; technical term
Examples
- The water treatment plant uses biocides to prevent bacterial growth.
- Many household cleaning products contain biocides to kill germs.
- Agricultural biocides help protect crops from fungal diseases.
- The swimming pool requires regular addition of biocides for sanitation.
- Industrial facilities must carefully regulate their use of biocides.
- Some biocides can be harmful to beneficial organisms in the environment.