antimicrobial
adjective
an·ti·mi·cro·bi·al
ˌan-ti-mī-ˈkrō-bē-əl 
: destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms and especially pathogenic microorganisms
antimicrobial
noun
Examples of antimicrobial in a Sentence
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The infection is treated with a combination of drugs, including the antibiotic azithromycin, the antifungal fluconazole, the antimicrobial drug miltefosine and the corticosteroid dexamethasone.
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Raja Razek, CNN, 30 July 2023
This travel must-have is designed to fold into itself when not in use, while the antimicrobial finish helps prevent bacteria from growing.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2023
Not just any sheets, but ones infused with antimicrobial silver technology, thanks to Miracle Brand.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, Journal Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2023
The underwear is also constructed from recycled materials plus features an antimicrobial SilverSeam technology to keep things fresh and odor-free.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2023
Breathable, naturally antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic, hemp sheets are a comfortable, popular alternative to cotton or linen.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Oct. 2023
Oregano is a powerhouse of an immune booster that everyone should familiarize themselves with thanks to the potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory plant compounds in it, while garlic is more than just a flavour-booster.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2023
Different peptides such as creatine peptides, collagen peptides, copper peptides and antimicrobial peptides each have various health benefits.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 22 Aug. 2023
It's believed that this essential oil has both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
—Stacey Hugues, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2023
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Raja Razek, CNN, 30 July 2023
This travel must-have is designed to fold into itself when not in use, while the antimicrobial finish helps prevent bacteria from growing.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2023
Not just any sheets, but ones infused with antimicrobial silver technology, thanks to Miracle Brand.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, Journal Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2023
The underwear is also constructed from recycled materials plus features an antimicrobial SilverSeam technology to keep things fresh and odor-free.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2023
Breathable, naturally antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic, hemp sheets are a comfortable, popular alternative to cotton or linen.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Oct. 2023
Oregano is a powerhouse of an immune booster that everyone should familiarize themselves with thanks to the potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory plant compounds in it, while garlic is more than just a flavour-booster.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2023
Different peptides such as creatine peptides, collagen peptides, copper peptides and antimicrobial peptides each have various health benefits.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 22 Aug. 2023
It's believed that this essential oil has both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
—Stacey Hugues, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1891, in the meaning defined above
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Medical Definition
antimicrobial
1 of 2 adjective
an·ti·mi·cro·bi·al
ˌant-i-mī-ˌkrō-bē-əl
variants
also antimicrobic
: destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms and especially pathogenic microorganisms
antimicrobial
2 of 2 noun
variants
also antimicrobic
: an antimicrobial substance
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