noun
- a highly toxic organophosphate insecticide used to control agricultural pests
Usage: chemistry; agriculture
Examples
- Parathion was widely used as an insecticide in the mid-20th century.
- The farmer applied parathion to protect his crops from aphids.
- Due to its extreme toxicity, parathion has been banned in many countries.
- Workers handling parathion must wear protective equipment.
- The pesticide parathion can cause severe poisoning if ingested.
- Environmental concerns led to restrictions on parathion use.