Arsenical (Noun)
Meaning
A pesticide or drug containing arsenic.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The doctor warned the patient about the potential risks of using an arsenical to treat their skin condition.
- In the early 20th century, arsenical pesticides were widely used to control insect infestations in agricultural fields.
- The use of arsenical compounds as pesticides has been largely phased out due to their toxicity and environmental concerns.
- Historically, some medications contained arsenical compounds, which were later found to be hazardous to human health.
- The old pesticide label clearly stated that it was an arsenical and should be handled with extreme caution.