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Definition of fumigate

fumigate

/ˈfjuː.mɪ.ɡeɪt/
fu · mi · gate
Adjective:fumigatory
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Past Simple:fumigated
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Past Participle:fumigated
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Present Participle:fumigating
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fumigate Lexical Profile

fumigate Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To apply smoke, vapor, or chemical fumes to an area or object in order to disinfect it or exterminate pests.

Example

"The landlords had to fumigate the entire apartment building after discovering a severe termite infestation."

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• Nearby Words

fumble
fumbler
fume
fumigate
fumigation
fumigator
fumingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-16th century from the Latin past participle 'fumigatus', from the verb 'fumigare' (to smoke or fumigate), formed from 'fumus' (smoke, vapor) and 'agere' (to drive).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fumigate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fumigate
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