Definition

A substance used to kill mildew, which is a type of fungus that grows in damp conditions.

Example

The gardener applied a mildewcide to prevent the growth of mold on the plants.

Conversation

Have you ever used a mildewcide for your garden?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it can be really effective.

Yeah, it helps kill off any unwanted mildew on the plants.

I should definitely look into getting some for my flowers.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mildewcide → It is formed from "mildew" (from Old English *mildew*, meaning a type of fungus or mold) and "-cide" (from Latin *caedere*, meaning to kill). The word "mildewcide" refers to a substance that kills mildew or mold.

Memory Tip

Think of a substance that 'kills' ('-cide') a type of 'fungus' or 'mold' ('mildew') — that's what mildewcide does.

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