bactericide
UK/bækˈtiəri,said/US/bæk'tiәrisaid/
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Definitions
n.
A substance that kills bacteria.
杀菌剂；杀细菌剂。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedbacteri- (bacteria) + cide (killer) = a bacteria-killer. Same naming pattern as pesticide; compare the adjective bactericidal.
Root bacter still carries 3 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The cleaner contains a bactericide that kills most germs on contact.