bacteriacide

/bækˈtɪriəˌsaɪd/
noun
  1. A substance that kills bacteria.
    • The scientist tested a new bacteriacide on the petri dish.
    • The hospital uses a strong bacteriacide to clean the operating rooms.
    • Some household cleaners contain a bacteriacide to kill germs on surfaces.
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