antifungal
/ˌæntiˈfʌŋɡəl/
adjective
- Used to treat or prevent infections caused by fungi (such as yeast, mold, or ringworm).
- Some houseplants need an antifungal treatment if they develop mold on the soil.
- You can buy antifungal sprays at the pharmacy to treat toenail fungus.
- The doctor prescribed an antifungal cream for the athlete's foot.
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noun
- A medicine or substance that kills or stops the growth of fungi.
- The patient was given an antifungal to fight the infection.
- This shampoo contains an antifungal that helps control dandruff.
- Natural antifungals like tea tree oil are popular in some home remedies.
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