The term PROHIBIT, AS PESTICIDES can be summarized as 'banning the use of pesticides'. This is a measure taken to protect the environment from the potentially harmful effects of pesticide use. Pesticides are chemicals used to control pests, but they can also have negative impacts on the environment, such as polluting water sources and killing beneficial insects. By prohibiting the use of pesticides, governments and organizations can help to reduce the environmental damage caused by their use.