rodenticide
1 of 1noun/roʊˈdɛntɪsaɪd/
Forms:rodenticides
1
a pesticide used to control and kill rodents, such as rats and mice, and can come in the form of baits, traps, or poisons
Rodenticide is a chemical substance used to kill rodents, such as rats and mice. It comes in different forms, including blocks and liquids, and is designed to be placed in areas where rodents are active. Rodenticides work by affecting the rodents' ability to function properly, often interfering with their blood clotting or causing internal damage. While effective at controlling rodent populations, they can be harmful to other animals and humans, so they must be used carefully and according to instructions to avoid accidental poisoning.
- The farmer used rodenticide to control the rat population in the barn.
- It is important to store rodenticide out of reach of pets and children.
- Many people use rodenticide in their homes to prevent mice from nesting in walls.
- After noticing signs of rodents, the pest control company recommended using rodenticide.
- She placed the rodenticide in the attic to keep the mice from causing damage to the insulation.