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flea collar

noun

Definition of flea collar

: a collar for animals (such as dogs and cats) that contains insecticide for killing fleas

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 There are natural flea collars on the market as well. — Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, "Products proven to kill your cat’s fleas," 8 June 2018 Washing could cause some chemicals (like those used in flea collars) to be reabsorbed into your pet’s skin, says the nonprofit organization International Cat Care. — Marygrace Taylor, Good Housekeeping, "Exactly What To Do If Your Pet Eats Something Toxic," 7 Sep. 2017

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First Known Use of flea collar

1953, in the meaning defined above

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flea collar

noun

English Language Learners Definition of flea collar

: a collar for dogs and cats that contains a substance which kills fleas

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flea collar

noun
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Medical Definition of flea collar

: a collar for animals that contains insecticide for killing fleas

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