Acaracide is a chemical compound that is used to kill or control mites and ticks on plants, animals, and humans. Synonyms for acaracide include acaricide, tickicide, and miticide, all of which have similar functions but may have different modes of action. Acaricides are important in controlling the spread of diseases and infections that can be transmitted by ticks and mites, and are an essential tool in agriculture and veterinary medicine. Other common synonyms for acaracide include pesticidal, insecticidal, and biocidal substances that can be used to control a wide array of pests in many different settings.