Biocide

Synonyms of biocide

• herbicide
• pesticide
• insecticide

Antonyms of biocide

• biogen
• biogenetic

Collocations of biocide

effective biocide

Frequency: 70 %

The company tested various effective biocides to control the spread of bacteria.

powerful biocide

Frequency: 60 %

The new disinfectant proved to be a powerful biocide against mold and mildew.

broad-spectrum biocide

Frequency: 50 %

The broad-spectrum biocide was able to target a wide range of microorganisms.

environmentally friendly biocide

Frequency: 45 %

Scientists are researching environmentally friendly biocides that are safe for aquatic ecosystems.

Idiomatic Expressions for biocide

• Phrase: biocide treatment
  Meaning: a process of applying a substance that kills harmful organisms
  Usage: The biocide treatment effectively eradicated the mold in the basement.