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microbicide

/ˌmaɪkrəˈsaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does microbicide mean?

noun

A substance or agent that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms, especially bacteria or viruses.

Example

"The researchers developed a new microbicide to combat the spread of HIV."

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