1. Any chemical agent that destroys bacteria
   - bacteriacide 
2. Any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth
   - antibacterial, antibacterial drug

Derived forms: bactericides

See also: bactericidal

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

Encyclopedia: Bactericide

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