How Do You Spell FUMIGATE?

Pronunciation: [fjˈuːmɪɡˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "fumigate" is spelled with four syllables: /ˈfjuːmɪɡeɪt/. The first syllable is pronounced with the "yoo" sound as in "you," followed by "mig" with a short "i" sound as in "pin." The ending syllable is pronounced with a long "a" as in "late." "Fumigate" refers to a process of cleaning and disinfecting by using smoke or fumes. It is important to ensure correct spelling of this word in order to properly convey instructions for pest control or sanitation measures.

FUMIGATE Meaning and Definition

1. Fumigate is a verb that refers to the act of using certain chemicals or processes to rid an area or object of pests, bacteria, fungi, or any other harmful microorganisms. The primary purpose of fumigation is to sterilize, disinfect, or sanitize a space or goods to prevent the spread of diseases or the infestation of pests.

   In the process of fumigation, specialized fumigants, such as gases or aerosols, are introduced into the targeted area or applied to specific items. These fumigants permeate the air or penetrate surfaces, killing or rendering the microorganisms inactive. The fumigants used vary depending on the purpose and the nature of the organisms or pests being targeted.

   Fumigation is commonly employed in various settings, including residential properties, commercial buildings, warehousing facilities, agricultural fields, and transportation means, among others. It is particularly relevant in situations where conventional cleaning or pest control methods may be insufficient.

   The process of fumigation is conducted by trained professionals who have expertise in handling hazardous fumigants and ensuring the safety of individuals and the environment. Adequate precautions, such as sealing off the area being fumigated and providing proper ventilation afterward, are taken to minimize the risks associated with the use of fumigants.

   Overall, fumigation is an essential technique to eliminate pests and harmful microorganisms effectively, making spaces or objects safe and hygienic.

2. To expose to the action of smoke or of fumes of any kind, as of sulphur, as a means of disinfection.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. To smoke anything; to perfume; to expose to the action of disinfecting vapours.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for FUMIGATE

• immigate
• emigate
• feminate
• migate
• dumigate
• cumigate
• vumigate
• fumigats
• fumigater
• familate
• Fetigate
• futigate
• fustigate
• sufumigate
• Fomigate
• Curigate
• Fumegate
• Fuminat
• unmigate
• Fumegater
• Fumagater
• Fummigater
• Furcoate

Etymology of FUMIGATE

The word "fumigate" comes from the Latin verb "fumigare", which means "to smoke" or "to fumigate". It is derived from the combination of two Latin words: "fumus", meaning "smoke", and "agere", meaning "to perform" or "to do". In ancient times, fumigation involved the use of smoke or fumes to drive away pests, purify the air, or disinfect an area. Over time, the term "fumigate" has retained its meaning but has shifted to refer specifically to the process of using fumes or chemicals to destroy or remove pests, bacteria, or other harmful organisms from an environment.

Similar spelling word for FUMIGATE

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Conjugate verb Fumigate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have fumigated

you would have fumigated

he/she/it would have fumigated

we would have fumigated

they would have fumigated

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you would have fumigate

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been fumigating

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would fumigate

you would fumigate

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we would fumigate

they would fumigate

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be fumigating

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we would be fumigating

they would be fumigating

FUTURE

I will fumigate

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we will fumigate

they will fumigate

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be fumigating

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have fumigated

you will have fumigated

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we will have fumigated

they will have fumigated

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been fumigating

you will have been fumigating

he/she/it will have been fumigating

we will have been fumigating

they will have been fumigating

IMPERATIVE

you fumigate

we let´s fumigate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to fumigate

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was fumigating

you were fumigating

he/she/it was fumigating

we were fumigating

they were fumigating

PAST PARTICIPLE

fumigated

PAST PERFECT

I had fumigated

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been fumigating

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

fumigating

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been fumigating

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it fumigate

SIMPLE PAST

I fumigated

you fumigated

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we fumigated

they fumigated