Pronunciation: /niːoʊˌnɪkəˈtɪnɔɪd/
noun a class of neuro-active insecticides modeled after nicotine
A1 Neonicotinoids are a type of pesticide used in agriculture.
A2 Farmers often use neonicotinoids to protect their crops from pests.
B1 The use of neonicotinoids has been linked to a decline in bee populations.
B2 Scientists are studying the long-term effects of neonicotinoids on ecosystems.
C1 Regulatory agencies are considering banning neonicotinoids due to their potential harm to pollinators.
C2 There is ongoing debate among experts about the risks and benefits of neonicotinoid use in agriculture.
adjective relating to or denoting neonicotinoids
A1 Neonicotinoid pesticides are harmful to bees.
A2 Farmers are advised to use neonicotinoid-free seeds for better environmental impact.
B1 The use of neonicotinoid insecticides has been linked to declining bee populations.
B2 Researchers are studying the long-term effects of neonicotinoid exposure on ecosystems.
C1 Regulations on neonicotinoid use vary between countries.
C2 Scientists are exploring alternative pest control methods to replace neonicotinoid chemicals.
formal The use of neonicotinoid pesticides has been linked to the decline in bee populations.
informal Farmers started using neonicotinoid chemicals on their crops to keep pests away.
slang I heard neonicotinoids are like super strong bug killers.
figurative The neonicotinoid issue is buzzing around the environmental community.
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