HyperDic: ddt

English > 1 sense of the word DDT:
NOUNsubstanceDDT, dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethanean insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans
DDT > pronunciation
Soundsdiy.diy.tiy'
Rhymesability ... zloty: 638 rhymes with tiy...
English > DDT: 1 sense > noun 1, substance
MeaningAn insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans; banned in the United States since 1972.
Synonymdichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
Broaderinsecticide, insect powderA chemical used to kill insects
pollutantwaste matter that contaminates the water or air or soil
SpanishDDT, diclorodifeniltricloroetano

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