biocide
UK/'baɪəsaɪd/US/'baiәsaid/
C2
Definitions
n.
A chemical substance that kills living organisms, especially pests or microbes
杀生物剂，杀灭生物（尤指害虫或微生物）的化学物质
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedbio (life) + -cide (killing) = 'life-killer' — a substance designed to destroy living organisms. The -cide is the same one in pesticide and homicide.
Root bio still carries 34 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
Strong biocides are used to keep cooling towers free of bacteria.
- 2.
The paint contains a biocide to prevent mould.