bug spray

Bug spray is commonly used to either repel or kill insects, providing protection against bites and infestations.

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Definition

B1General Use

(common)A substance applied to skin or clothing to repel insects.

Example

  • Before going hiking, she applied bug spray to avoid mosquito bites.

B2Pest Control

(household)A chemical solution used to kill or deter insects, often dispensed from a spray bottle.

Example

  • He used bug spray to get rid of the ants in the kitchen.

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