Bordeaux mixture (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/bɔːrˈdoʊ/ ˈmɪkʃər/

Meaning and Usage

The term "Bordeaux mixture" refers to a chemical mixture of copper sulfate and lime, primarily used as a fungicide and pesticide in agriculture. It is frequently employed in grape cultivation, particularly in the production of wine, to control downy mildew and other fungal diseases. The usage of Bordeaux mixture is more common in written contexts, particularly in technical agricultural literature, manuals, and guides, than in casual oral speech. It is moderately frequent, especially in discussions relating to viticulture and organic farming practices.

Example Sentences

1. The vineyard owner decided to apply the Bordeaux mixture to protect his grapes from fungal infections.

2. Владелец виноградника решил нанести бургундскую смесь, чтобы защитить свои виноградные лозы от грибковых инфекций.

3. Using the Bordeaux mixture is an effective way to reduce the risk of grape diseases during the rainy season.

4. Использование бургундской смеси — это эффективный способ снизить риск заболеваний винограда в дождливый сезон.

5. Many organic farmers prefer the Bordeaux mixture as it is made from natural ingredients.

6. Многие органические фермеры предпочитают бургундскую смесь, так как она состоит из натуральных ингредиентов.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "Bordeaux mixture" itself is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions, the terms "Bordeaux" and "mixture" can be utilized in various contexts to convey broader meanings related to wine or combination.

1. A mixed bag (of Bordeaux)
2. The wine tasting featured a mixed bag of Bordeaux and other regional varieties.

3. Дегустация вин включала смешанную партию бургундских и других региональных сортов.

4. The perfect blend (of Bordeaux)

5. Our sommelier recommended the perfect blend of Bordeaux to accompany the steak.

6. Наш сомелье порекомендовал идеальную смесь бургундского вина к стейку.

7. Sign of the times (for Bordeaux)

8. The rising popularity of organic wines is a sign of the times for Bordeaux producers.
9. Растущая популярность органических вин — это знак времени для производителей Бургундии.

Etymology

The term "Bordeaux mixture" originates from the Bordeaux region in France, renowned for its wine production. It was developed in the late 19th century as a way to combat the phylloxera plague and subsequent fungal diseases that affected grapevines. The name reflects both its geographical connection and its chemical components (copper sulfate and lime) used in the mixture.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Copper sulfate mixture - Fungicide - Pesticide

Antonyms: - Fertilizer (though not a direct antonym, it represents a different type of agricultural input) - Herbicide (as a different method of plant management)