noun
- chemical substances used to kill rodents such as rats and mice
Examples
- The farmer placed rodenticides around the barn to control the rat population.
- Many rodenticides contain anticoagulants that prevent blood clotting.
- Pet owners must store rodenticides safely away from dogs and cats.
- The exterminator recommended professional-grade rodenticides for the warehouse.
- Some rodenticides are designed to be more attractive to specific types of rodents.
- Environmental concerns have led to stricter regulations on certain rodenticides.