antibacterial

• Qualifie une substance ou un agent qui détruit ou inhibe la croissance des bactéries.

Describes a substance or agent that destroys or inhibits the growth of bacteria.

1. B2formalmedical

   Having the property of destroying bacteria or inhibiting their growth.

   antibactérien

   • The doctor prescribed an antibacterial ointment for the wound.
   • Antibacterial soaps are commonly used in hospitals.
   • This cleaning solution has strong antibacterial properties.

   Synonymesantimicrobialantisepticbactericidaldisinfectantgermicidal

2. Drug that fights bacteriaB2formalmedical

   A substance or drug that kills bacteria or prevents them from multiplying.

   Agent antibactérien

   • Penicillin is a well-known antibacterial drug.
   • The patient was given an antibacterial to treat the infection.
   • Overuse of antibacterials can lead to resistance.

   Synonymesantibioticantimicrobialbactericidalgermicidal

• Substance ou médicament qui détruit les bactéries ou inhibe leur croissance, utilisé notamment comme désinfectant ou en thérapeutique.

A noun referring to a substance or drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth.

1. Antibacterial agentB2formalmedical

   A substance or drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth.

   Agent antibactérien

   • The doctor prescribed an antibacterial to treat the infection.
   • Many soaps now contain an antibacterial to kill germs.
   • This antibacterial is effective against a wide range of bacteria.

   Synonymesantibioticantimicrobialbactericidegermicide