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Mirex

Noun:

1. A white, odorless crystalline powder used as a pesticide and fire retardant.

2. A highly toxic and persistent chemical compound.

Sample Sentences:

• The farmer used mirex to control the pest infestation in his crops.
• Mirex is known for its effectiveness as a fire retardant in electrical equipment.

Verb:

1. To treat or impregnate with mirex.

2. To contaminate with mirex.

Sample Sentences:

• The wooden structures were mirexed to protect them from fire hazards.
• The lake was mirexed after the accidental spill of mirex-containing chemicals.

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