antibacterial
/ˌæntaɪbækˈtɪriəl/
adjective
- Capable of killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
- The doctor prescribed an antibacterial ointment for the wound.
- She used an antibacterial soap to clean the kitchen counter.
- Many household cleaners claim to be antibacterial.
Synonyms
noun
- An antibacterial substance or product.
- Some antibacterials are available over the counter.
- The hospital stocks various antibacterials for different infections.
- He applied an antibacterial to the cut before bandaging it.