DDT

/ˈdi ˈdi ˌti/
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Other forms: DDTS

Definitions of DDT
  1. noun
    an insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans; banned in the United States since 1972
    synonyms: dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
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    type of:
    pollutant
    waste matter that contaminates the water or air or soil
    insect powder, insecticide
    a chemical used to kill insects
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