ovicides

/ˈoʊvəˌsaɪdz/
noun
  1. Multiple substances or agents that kill eggs, especially those of insects or pests.
    • Farmers often rotate ovicides to prevent resistance from developing.
    • Different ovicides work on different types of insect eggs.
    • The store sells several ovicides for controlling garden pests.
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