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Exterminator: meaning, definitions and examples

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exterminator

 

[ษชkหˆstษœหrmษชหŒneษชtษ™r ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

pest control

A person whose job is to exterminate pests, such as insects or rodents, from a particular area.

Synonyms

pest controller, pest exterminator.

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Word Description / Examples
exterminator

Similar to 'exterminator', this can be used interchangeably, though it may sometimes appear redundant.

  • The family hired an exterminator to address the bed bug problem.
  • An exterminator can handle this serious insect issue.
pest controller

More neutral and often used in a broader sense. It implies prevention and management, rather than just elimination.

  • The pest controller set up traps to manage the rodent population.
  • For routine checks, it's better to have a pest controller on a regular schedule.
pest exterminator

Combines the specificity of 'pest' with the thorough action of 'exterminator', highlighting the focus on pests, but might sound overly formal or technical in casual conversation.

  • Hiring a pest exterminator was essential to get rid of the cockroaches.
  • They specialize as pest exterminators for residential areas.

Examples of usage

  • The exterminator came to our house to get rid of the mice.
  • The exterminator sprayed the entire building to eliminate the cockroach infestation.
Context #2 | Noun

science fiction

In science fiction, an exterminator is a futuristic weapon or device used to eliminate enemies or threats.

Examples of usage

  • The protagonist used an advanced exterminator to defeat the alien invaders.
  • The soldiers carried powerful exterminators to protect themselves from the robotic drones.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term comes from the Latin word 'exterminare', meaning 'to drive out' or 'to remove'.
  • It first appeared in English in the early 20th century, reflecting the growing concerns about pest control.

History

  • The profession gained prominence during the industrial revolution when urban living conditions led to increased pest problems.
  • In the 1940s, the introduction of chemical pesticides revolutionized pest control techniques extensively.

Science

  • Extermination can involve both chemicals and biological methods, such as introducing natural predators to control pest populations.
  • Common methods used include baiting, trapping, and fumigation, each suited for specific types of pests.

Cultural References

  • Exterminators have been popularized in movies, often depicted humorously or as heroes confronting exaggerated pest problems.
  • The profession has given rise to various catchphrases, such as 'We don't just kill bugsโ€”we eliminate them!'

Psychology

  • People often experience fear or anxiety regarding pests, leading to a strong reliance on extermination services for peace of mind.
  • Cognitive associations with cleanliness and order can make the profession seem crucial to maintaining a healthy living environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "exterminator" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น exterminador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคถเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vernichter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pembasmi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฝะธั‰ัƒะฒะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ eksterminator

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ง†้™คๆฅญ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท exterminateur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ exterminador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท haลŸere ilaรงlama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ•๋ฉธ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุจูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ exterminรกtor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ likvidรกtor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ญ่™ซไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ iztrebljevalec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รบtrรฝmandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพัŽัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒฃแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™hvedici

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ exterminador

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,287, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.