germicide

noun
UK: /ˈdʒɜːmɪsaɪd/
US: /ˈdʒɜːrmɪsaɪd/

  1. A substance that kills germs.

    1. Use a germicide to clean the sink
    2. The hospital uses a powerful germicide to prevent the spread of infection

  2. A chemical agent that can destroy harmful microorganisms, like bacteria and viruses.

    1. This germicide is effective against many bacteria.
    2. Regular use of this germicide will help reduce the risk of spreading infection in the workplace.

Synonyms

antiseptic sterilizer disinfectant
germicide adjective

  1. Having germ-killing properties.

    1. This soap is germicide and safe.
    2. The germicide hand gel is great for traveling

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "germicide" in English means: A substance that kills germs., A chemical agent that can destroy harmful microorganisms, like bacteria and viruses..

The phonetic transcription of "germicide" is /ˈdʒɜːmɪsaɪd/ in British English and /ˈdʒɜːrmɪsaɪd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "germicide": antiseptic, sterilizer, disinfectant.

Example usage of "germicide": "Use a germicide to clean the sink". More examples on the page.