Definition
acaricides
noun
- Plural of acaricide; chemical substances or agents used to kill mites and ticks.
Usage: technical; agriculture and pest control
Examples
- Farmers apply acaricides to crops to control spider mite infestations.
- The veterinarian recommended acaricides to treat the dog's mange caused by mites.
- Several acaricides are available over the counter for household dust mite control.
- Organic acaricides derived from plant oils are becoming more popular among sustainable farmers.
- The effectiveness of acaricides can diminish if mites develop resistance over time.