antimicrobic
/ˌæntiˌmaɪˈkroʊbɪk/
adjective
- Capable of destroying or stopping the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
- Scientists are developing new antimicrobic coatings for medical equipment.
- The hospital uses antimicrobic hand soap to prevent infections.
- Some antimicrobic ointments can be bought without a prescription.
Synonyms
noun
- A substance that destroys or inhibits the growth of microorganisms.
- The doctor prescribed a strong antimicrobic for the wound infection.
- Penicillin was one of the first widely used antimicrobics.
- Natural antimicrobics like honey have been used for centuries.