Germicidal (Adjective)
Meaning
Preventing infection by inhibiting the growth or action of microorganisms.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The hospital used a germicidal soap to wash their hands before interacting with patients.
- The disinfectant spray was germicidal, able to kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses on contact.
- Germicidal lamps were installed in the laboratory to reduce the risk of contamination.
- The medical equipment was treated with a germicidal coating to prevent the spread of infection.
- The healthcare worker applied a germicidal ointment to the patient's wound to promote healing and prevent infection.