her
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Plural
herbicides
1
a chemical substance that kills plants, used for destroying plants that are not wanted
- Farmers use herbicides to control weeds and improve crop yields.
- The herbicide was applied selectively to target invasive plant species in the wetlands.
- Environmentalists advocate for organic farming practices that minimize the use of synthetic herbicides.
- Researchers are studying the long-term effects of herbicides on soil health and biodiversity.
- Proper application of herbicides is essential to prevent damage to non-target plants and ecosystems.
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