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bactericide

/ˌbæktəˈsaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does bactericide mean?

noun

A substance or agent that kills bacteria. A bactericide is used to destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

Example

"The hospital used a bactericide to disinfect the operating room after the surgery."

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