noun
aldrin
Aldrin (noun) means a now largely banned insecticide that persists in the environment for a long time. Example: “Aldrin was widely used on crops before its environmental risks became clear.”
noun
1
A now largely banned insecticide that persists in the environment for a long time.
"Aldrin was widely used on crops before its environmental risks became clear."
name
1
A surname, notably borne by astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
How to use aldrin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA banned pesticide chemical, or the surname of the second man to walk on the Moon.
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Etymology
Named after the German chemist Kurt Alder, who won the Nobel Prize for related chemistry work.
Frequently asked questions
What does “aldrin” mean?
The word “aldrin” means a now largely banned insecticide that persists in the environment for a long time. In plain terms, a banned pesticide chemical, or the surname of the second man to walk on the Moon.
How do you use “aldrin” in a sentence?
Here is “aldrin” used in a sentence: “Aldrin was widely used on crops before its environmental risks became clear.”
What part of speech is “aldrin”?
Depending on how it is used, “aldrin” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “aldrin” come from?
The word “aldrin” comes from German. Named after the German chemist Kurt Alder, who won the Nobel Prize for related chemistry work.
How many meanings does “aldrin” have?
“Aldrin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a now largely banned insecticide that persists in the environment for a long time.
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