Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defoliant
Noun
/dɪˈfoʊ.li.ənt/
Definition
A chemical that causes the leaves of plants to fall off.
Examples
- The use of a defoliant in the crop helped control pests by eliminating the leaves.
- During the war, soldiers deployed a defoliant to clear the area of enemy cover.
Meaning
Defoliants are often used in agriculture or military applications to remove foliage from plants, making them easier to manage or destroy.
Synonyms
- Leaf remover
- Herbicide
- Defoliating agent
