Fungicide
/ˈfʌŋɡɪsaɪd/
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Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used mostly in scientific, agricultural, and horticultural contexts, not in everyday conversation. 
The gardener explained that the roses needed a fungicide to prevent black spot disease.
Pro Tip 2/3Protection Measure
Mentioned in the context of protecting plants, often as a preventative action before fungi appear. 
The farmers applied fungicide in early spring to safeguard their crops.
Pro Tip 3/3Resistance Concern
Brings up issues of fungicide overuse leading to fungi evolving resistance, a critical agricultural challenge. 
There's a growing concern among scientists about fungicide resistance in crop pests.