n. A class of drug, derived from furan, used to inhibit bacterial growth.
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n. derivative of furan used to inhibit bacterial growth
Word Usage
"Canada said it started inspecting all shipments of Chinese shrimp for the antibiotic nitrofuran in September 2006, and the first three shipments from Guolian passed inspection."