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sheep dip

also sheep-dip (shēp′dĭp′)

Any of various liquid preparations containing pesticides into which sheep are dipped to control external parasites.

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Noun 1. [画像:sheep dip - a liquid mixture containing pesticides in which sheep are dipped to kill parasites]sheep dip - a liquid mixture containing pesticides in which sheep are dipped to kill parasites

liquid - a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure

pesticide - a chemical used to kill pests (as rodents or insects)

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antiparassitario per pecore

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