fungistatic
/ˌfʌndʒəˈstætɪk/
adjective
- Describing a substance that stops the growth of fungi without killing them.
- The doctor recommended a fungistatic powder for the patient's skin infection.
- Some paints have fungistatic properties to prevent mildew on walls.
- The fungistatic spray kept the bread from getting moldy for several days.
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