Meaning of MALATHION

Pronunciation:			`malu'thIân
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WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  (trade mark) a yellow insecticide used as a dust or spray to control garden pests and house flies and mites
	See Also:		insect powder, insecticide
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		A yellowish, liquid organic phosphorous compound that is used as an insecticide. It has fairly low toxicity to humans and other mammals, and is especially effective against the Mediterranean fruit fly.