bug bomb
A "bug bomb" is a device used for dispersing insecticide to eliminate pests in enclosed spaces.
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Definition
B2Home and Garden
(common)A canister that releases insecticide in a mist to kill insects in a room or area.
Example
- We used a bug bomb to get rid of the cockroaches in the kitchen.
C1Pest Control
(technical)A pre-packaged aerosol device that disperses chemicals to exterminate pests in large spaces.
Example
- The exterminator suggested using a bug bomb to clear out the infestation in the attic.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bug bomb":
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