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germicide
[ jur-muh-sahyd ]
germicide
/ ˈdʒɜːmɪˌsaɪd /
noun
- any substance that kills germs or other microorganisms
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Derived Forms
- ˌgermiˈcidal, adjective
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Other Words From
- germi·cidal adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of germicide1
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Example Sentences
The germs tenacity of life does not avail against its action as germicide.
When the pure food law went into effect, Phenalgin was labeled a malaria germicide.
Raise the tube with the left hand and shake it to mix germ and germicide, whilst returning the delivery pipette in the right hand.
It probably contributed to the dazzling glories of Mrs. Cole-Mortimer's hair, but it was also a powerful germicide.
A mixture of powdered lime and sulphur has been found to be an effective germicide, if used in time and diligently applied.
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