Biocidal

Pronunciation: /ˈˌbaɪoʊˈsɪdˈæɫ/

Biocidal (adj)

  1. Used to kill or stop the growth of living microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi.
  2. Causing damage to living organisms, especially in products meant to prevent biological growth.

Biocidal (adjective)

Examples

  • This spray is biocidal and kills living germs on surfaces.
  • The cleaner is biocidal, so it kills living germs quickly.