Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exterminator

noun
/ɪkˈstɜːrmɪneɪtər/
Definition
A person or company that eliminates pests, such as insects or rodents.
Examples
  • The exterminator arrived early in the morning to treat the house for termites.
  • We called an exterminator because we had a mouse problem in the kitchen.
  • After the exterminator finished his work, we noticed a significant decrease in pest activity.
Meaning
An exterminator is someone who specializes in the removal of unwanted pests from homes and buildings.
Synonyms
  • pest control expert
  • pest exterminator
  • bug sprayer
  • vermin eradicator