dioxathion

English

Etymology

From dioxa(ne) +‎ -thion.

Noun

dioxathion (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) p-dioxane-2,3-diyl ethyl phosphorodithioate, an organophosphate pesticide used as an insecticide on livestock and as an acaricide on citrus fruits, deciduous fruits, and nuts.
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