bactericide

/bækˈtɪr.ə.saɪd/
noun
  1. A substance that kills bacteria.
    • The lab tested a new bactericide on contaminated surfaces.
    • Some natural oils act as a mild bactericide.
    • Bleach is a powerful bactericide used for cleaning.
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