dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (General-American) audio
- /ˌdaɪˌklɔːroʊˌdaɪˌfɛnəlˌdaɪˌklɔːroʊˈɛθɪliːn/
Etymology
From dichloro + diphenyl + dichloro + ethylene
Meanings
- (uncountable) A long-lasting chemical that forms when the pesticide DDT breaks down. It doesn’t easily degrade, can build up in living organisms, and is known for disrupting hormones and persisting in the environment for a long time.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| DDE | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |
Relateds
dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane · dichlorodiphenyldichloroethane