pesticide sprayer
1 of 1noun/ˈpɛstɪsaɪd ˈspreɪər/
Forms:pesticide sprayers
1
a device used to apply pesticides or other chemicals to plants or surfaces to control or eliminate pests or diseases
A pesticide sprayer is a tool used to apply chemicals, known as pesticides, to plants or soil to control pests, such as insects, fungi, or weeds. It typically consists of a tank to hold the pesticide, a nozzle for spraying, and a handle for carrying and directing the spray. Pesticide sprayers can be manual, operated by pumping or squeezing, or powered by batteries or engines for larger tasks. They are important for protecting crops, plants, and gardens from harmful pests, but must be used carefully to avoid harming beneficial insects or the environment.
- She carefully filled the pesticide sprayer with a mixture of chemicals before spraying her garden.
- After reading the instructions, he adjusted the nozzle on the pesticide sprayer for a fine mist.
- The farmer used a pesticide sprayer to protect his crops from harmful insects.
- They wore gloves and masks while using the pesticide sprayer to avoid exposure to harmful chemicals.
- Before applying the pesticide sprayer, they checked the weather to ensure there would be no rain.