Noun
an insecticide that interferes with an insect's nervous system
Source: WordNetThe third-most frequently applied type of pesticide was in the organophosphate class, a type of chemical linked to neurological development issues and respiratory problems in children, Lukens notes. Source: Internet
Critics of organophosphate use point out that studies only look at acute exposure, not long-term effects. Source: Internet
Organophosphate pesticide poisoning is a major cause of disability in many developing countries and is often the preferred method of suicide. Source: Internet