parasiticidal
/ˌpɛrəsɪtɪˈsaɪdəl/
adjective
- Killing or destroying parasites.
- The new drug has strong parasiticidal effects against intestinal worms.
- Some plants produce parasiticidal compounds to protect themselves from insects.
- The vet prescribed a parasiticidal shampoo for the dog's fleas.
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