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deratization|diːrætaɪˈzeɪʃən|
[f. de- + rat n.1 + -ization.]
The expulsion or extermination of rats.
1914Standard 13 Oct. in N. & Q. 11th Ser. X. 386 The Board of Trade communication gives a translation of the circular, in the course of which it more than once uses the curious word ‘deratization’, meaning, apparently, the clearing away of rats. 1921Glasgow Herald 28 May 5 A discussion of ‘Deratisation of Ships at British Ports’. 1929Stat. Rules & Orders No. 832 (title) The Public Health (Deratisation of Ships) Regulations. 1949Times 9 Oct., The port health authority's ‘measures against rodents’ include ‘deratization’ and ‘rat-proofing’. |