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Definition neonicotinoid in British English

neonicotinoid noun

noun
1

a type of insecticide used in farming that is believed to be harmful to bees

Example

Neonicotinoids are banned in several countries due to links with bee deaths.

Example

The bees were isolated in boxes and given an untreated sugar solution containing the neonics.

Definition neonicotinoid in British English