pyrethrin

/paɪˈriːθrɪn/
noun
  1. A natural insecticide found in chrysanthemum flowers, used to kill or repel insects.
    • The gardener sprayed pyrethrin on the roses to get rid of aphids.
    • Many organic farmers use pyrethrin because it breaks down quickly in the environment.
    • Pyrethrin is often found in household bug sprays for ants and flies.
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