Antimycotic Agent (Noun)
Meaning
Any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an antimycotic agent to treat the fungal infection on the patient's skin.
- Antimycotic agents are commonly used in agriculture to prevent the growth of fungi on crops.
- The new antimycotic agent developed by the pharmaceutical company has shown promising results in clinical trials.
- The use of antimycotic agents in food preservation has increased in recent years to extend the shelf life of products.
- Topical antimycotic agents are available over-the-counter to treat mild cases of athlete's foot and other fungal infections.