dieldrin

diel·drin

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [deel-drin]
- /ˈdil drɪn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [deel-drin]
- /ˈdil drɪn/

Definitions of dieldrin word

noun dieldrin a light tan, crystalline, water-insoluble, poisonous solid, C 12 H 8 OCl 6 , used as an insecticide: manufacture and use have been discontinued in the U.S. 1
noun dieldrin a crystalline insoluble substance, consisting of a chlorinated derivative of naphthalene: a contact insecticide the use of which is now restricted as it accumulates in the tissues of animals. Formula: C12H8OCl6 0
noun dieldrin a highly toxic, long-lasting insecticide, C12H8OCl6, restricted by law to nonagricultural use 0
noun dieldrin (organic chemistry) A cyclodiene insecticide, related to aldrin, that is a persistent organic pollutant. 0

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Origin of dieldrin

First appearance:

before 1945

One of the 6% newest English words

First recorded in 1945-50; Diel(s-Al)d(e)r (reaction) + -in2

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dieldrin popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 64% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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