Fumigated: meaning, definitions and examples
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fumigated
[ ˈfjuː.mɪˌɡeɪ.tɪd ]
disinfecting spaces
Fumigated refers to the process of applying smoke or vapor to an area to sterilize or disinfect it. This method is commonly used in pest control to eliminate insects and in the agricultural sector to protect crops from pathogens. Fumigation can also be employed to sanitize buildings and warehouses. It typically involves sealing the space and using chemicals that can penetrate into all areas, ensuring thorough disinfection.
Synonyms
disinfected, sterilized, treated
Examples of usage
- The warehouse was fumigated to eliminate harmful pests.
- They fumigated the area after the infestation was reported.
- Fumigated materials are safe to use after the chemical has dissipated.
Translations
Translations of the word "fumigated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fumigado
🇮🇳 धूम्रपान किया हुआ
🇩🇪 fumigiert
🇮🇩 difumigasi
🇺🇦 фумігований
🇵🇱 fumigowany
🇯🇵 燻蒸された
🇫🇷 fumigé
🇪🇸 fumigado
🇹🇷 fumigasyonlu
🇰🇷 연기 처리된
🇸🇦 مدخن
🇨🇿 fumigovaný
🇸🇰 fumigovaný
🇨🇳 熏蒸的
🇸🇮 fumigiran
🇮🇸 dampaður
🇰🇿 түтінделген
🇬🇪 ფუმიგირებული
🇦🇿 fumigasiya edilmiş
🇲🇽 fumigado
Etymology
The term 'fumigate' originates from the Latin word 'fumigare', which means 'to smoke'. The root word 'fumus' means 'smoke'. The practice of fumigation has been used for centuries, dating back to ancient civilizations that relied on smoke to cleanse and purify spaces. In the 19th century, with the rise of pest control and agricultural science, fumigation began to be used more systematically. Innovations in chemical formulations in the 20th century provided more effective means of fumigation, allowing for widespread use in various industries, from agriculture to food storage.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,414, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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