Fungicide (noun)

A substance used to kill fungi and prevent the growth of fungi on plants.

Origin:

From the latin word fungi (fungus) and the greek word -cide (to kill).

Examples:

1. The farmers used fungicide to protect their crops from fungal diseases.
2. The gardeners spray fungicide regularly to keep the flowers and plants free from fungal infections.
3. Fungicide is an important part of the farmer's toolkit for maintaining a healthy crop.
4. The new fungicide has been tested and proven to be highly effective in controlling various fungal diseases.
5. The fungicide application is critical for maintaining the quality and yield of the crops.