1. Plural of miticide; chemical substances or agents used to kill mites.
Usage: technical; agriculture/pest control

Examples

• Farmers apply miticides to crops to control spider mite infestations.
• The orchard required several applications of miticides during the growing season.
• Miticides are commonly used in both agricultural and horticultural settings.
• Some miticides are organic, while others are synthetic chemical compounds.
• The effectiveness of miticides depends on proper timing and application methods.