Definition

A chemical substance used as an insecticide to control pests like aphids.

Example

Farmers often use menazon to protect their crops from insect damage.

Conversation

Have you heard about menazon? I read it's being used in farming now.

Yeah, it's supposed to be effective against aphids, right?

Exactly! I wonder how it compares to other insecticides.

I think it's gaining popularity because it's less harmful to beneficial insects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Greek 'menazōn', meaning a type of large, flat fish, specifically a kind of flounder. The term is used in various contexts to refer to this particular fish species.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for a large flat fish, which helps you remember that 'menazon' refers to a type of flounder.

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