Spanish word

exterminador

Pronunciation

IPA/eksteɾminaˈðoɾ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounexterminator

Example

El exterminador fumigó la casa esta mañana.

The exterminator fumigated the house this morning.

Illustration for exterminador (exterminator)

More examples

Pedimos consejos al exterminador sobre cómo prevenir futuras plagas.

We asked for tips from the exterminator on how to prevent future infestations.

Core concept

Technician applying pesticide and setting baits around a building.

Common phrases

  • equipo del exterminador

    exterminator's kit

  • consejos del exterminador

    tips from the exterminator

  • exterminador local

    local exterminator

Similar words

fumigador: Performs fumigation with gases or aerosols to clear pests from buildings and enclosed spaces.
controlador de plagas: Inspects infestations, plans preventive measures, and implements coordinated pest-control programs.
desinsectador: Specializes in treating insects, applying insecticides, baits, and insect traps.

Definition in Spanish

Profesional contratado para erradicar plagas de insectos u otros animales molestos en hogares, locales o instalaciones.

Word origin

Derived from exterminar 'to eradicate' with the suffix -dor to denote a person who performs pest eradication.

Usage tips

  • The feminine form is exterminadora and clients commonly mention pets and fragile belongings before treatment to ensure safe handling.

Opposites

Related words

  • exterminaciónexterminationnoun
  • exterminadoexterminatedadjective

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