paraquat
/ˈpɛrəkwɑt/
noun
- A highly toxic chemical herbicide used to kill weeds, especially in agriculture.
- Farmers wear protective gear when spraying paraquat because it is dangerous to humans.
- Many countries have banned paraquat due to its link to Parkinson's disease.
- The accidental ingestion of paraquat can cause severe lung damage and death.
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