Insektisida
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A chemical substance specifically designed to exterminate or control the population of “insects” considered as pests. This chemical weapon functions by disrupting the biological systems of target organisms to protect agricultural crops.
Synonyms & Variants
obat hama
Often used by farmers in daily conversations
obat semprot
A metonym referring to insecticides based on their application method in daily life.
pestisida
Pesticide is a broader category that includes insecticides
racun serangga
A register variant more commonly used by laypeople
semprotan serangga
Refers to the physical form of the product
larvasida
A more specific sub-category of insecticide
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is absorbed from the English insecticide. Etymologically, the term originates from the combination of Latin words insectum meaning insect and caedere meaning to kill. In the technical context in Indonesia, the use of this term refers to a specific pesticide classification for arthropods. Its application is strictly regulated by government policies to minimize negative impacts on the ecosystem and human health.
Real-world Usage
Pemerintah mengatur penggunaan insektisida demi menjaga keseimbangan ekosistem dan keamanan pangan.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.