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Noun: bactericide  bak'teer-i,sId
  1. Any chemical agent that destroys bacteria
    - bacteriacide
     
  2. Any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth
    - antibacterial, antibacterial drug

Derived forms: bactericides

Type of: chemical, chemical substance, medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine

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