adjective
- of, relating to, or having the properties of a pesticide; capable of killing pests
Usage: technical; commonly used in agriculture and chemistry
Examples
- The farmer applied pesticidal spray to protect the crops from insects.
- Pesticidal compounds are carefully regulated by environmental agencies.
- The new pesticidal formula is less toxic to beneficial insects.
- Pesticidal residues on fruits and vegetables must meet safety standards.
- Scientists developed a pesticidal treatment that targets only harmful pests.