Words Seldom Seen: Glyphosate

Glyphosate

Noun: Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide that can kill certain weeds and grasses. It is commonly sold in the USA under the brand name Roundup.

Example: “If glyphosate is banned the price of staple foods will increase.”

Pronunciation: Three syllables Glai-fo-saht.


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