Definition

A substance used in agriculture to enhance the growth of plants or to control pests and diseases.

Example

Farmers often rely on agrichemicals to enhance crop yields and protect against pests.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new agrichemical they developed for crops?

Yeah, I read it helps increase yield significantly.

I wonder what the long-term effects of such an agrichemical might be.

That's a good question; we should definitely keep an eye on that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Agrichemical is formed from "agri-" (from Latin "ager", meaning field or land) and "chemical" (from Greek "khemia", meaning the art of transmuting metals). The word refers to chemicals used in agriculture, particularly in farming and crop production.

Memory Tip

Think of 'field' ('agri-') where 'chemicals' are used to help plants grow — that's what agrichemical means.

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