How to Pronounce "aldrin"
word
ˈɔɫdɹɪn
AWL-drin
ˈɔːldɹɪn
AWL-drin
Definition
Aldrin is a chemical insecticide that was widely used to kill insects on crops but is now banned or highly restricted in many countries because it is toxic and harmful to the environment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɫdɹɪn
British English
ˈɔːldɹɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWL-drin
UK
AWL-drin
Listen in Context
Aldrin was used to control insects in fields.
Many countries have banned aldrin because it is dangerous.
Farmers once used aldrin to protect crops.
High levels of aldrin in soil can last for years.