Definition
paraquats
noun
- Plural of paraquat; a highly toxic herbicide used to kill weeds and grasses, particularly in agriculture.
Usage: technical; chemistry/agriculture; often used in the singular form 'paraquat' in technical contexts
Examples
- The farmer applied paraquats to control the weeds in the cotton field.
- Paraquats are banned in many countries due to their severe health risks.
- Exposure to paraquats can cause serious lung damage.
- Agricultural workers must wear protective equipment when handling paraquats.
- The use of paraquats has been restricted in the European Union since 2007.