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germicide

[jur-muh-sahyd]

germicide Definition

  • 1a substance or agent that kills germs or microorganisms
  • 2a disinfectant

Using germicide: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "germicide" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The hospital uses germicides to keep the environment clean and sterile.

  • Example

    This soap has a germicidal effect, killing bacteria and viruses on contact.

  • Example

    Germicides are commonly used in food processing plants to prevent contamination.

germicide Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with germicide

  • a type of germicide that uses chemicals to kill germs or microorganisms

    Example

    The laboratory uses chemical germicides to sterilize equipment.

  • a type of germicide that uses ultraviolet light to kill germs or microorganisms

    Example

    The air purifier uses ultraviolet germicide technology to eliminate airborne bacteria and viruses.

  • hospital-grade germicide

    a type of germicide that is approved for use in hospitals and healthcare facilities

    Example

    The cleaning crew uses hospital-grade germicide to disinfect the patient rooms.

Origins of germicide

from French 'germicide', from 'germe' meaning 'germ' and '-cide' meaning 'killer'

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Summary: germicide in Brief

'Germicide' [jur-muh-sahyd] refers to a substance or agent that kills germs or microorganisms, such as disinfectants. It is commonly used in hospitals, laboratories, and food processing plants to prevent contamination. Germicides can be chemical or ultraviolet-based, and there are different types of germicides for specific purposes, such as hospital-grade germicides.