biocide

/ˈbaɪəʊsaɪd/ · noun

Meaning

Any action or substance that can destroy living organisms.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

biocidal(English)biolysis(English)biological warfare(English)biocrime(English)speciocide(English)biotreatment(English)biodegradation(English)biodeterioration(English)preservative(English)chlorine(English)algae(English)paint(English)

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Sources

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