First Known Use: 1889
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fungicide
noun fun·gi·cide \ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd, ˈfəŋ-gə-\
: a substance that kills fungi
Full Definition of FUNGICIDE
: an agent that destroys fungi or inhibits their growth
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FUNGICIDE Defined for Kids
fungicide
noun fun·gi·cide \ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd\
Definition of FUNGICIDE for Kids
: a substance used to kill fungi
— fun·gi·cid·al \ˌfən-jə-ˈsī-dəl\ adjective
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fungicide
noun fun·gi·cide \ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd, ˈfəŋ-gə-\
Medical Definition of FUNGICIDE
: an agent that destroys fungi or inhibits their growth
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