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germicidal

 

[ dʒərˈmɪsɪdl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

cleaning products

Capable of killing germs or microorganisms.

Synonyms

antimicrobial, disinfectant, sterilizing

Examples of usage

  • Germicidal wipes are commonly used in hospitals.
  • This germicidal spray is effective against a wide range of bacteria.
  • The germicidal properties of this cleaner make it ideal for disinfecting surfaces.
  • Many hand sanitizers contain germicidal ingredients.
  • The UV light in this device has germicidal properties.

Translations

Translations of the word "germicidal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 germicida

🇮🇳 जीवाणुनाशक

🇩🇪 keimtötend

🇮🇩 germisida

🇺🇦 бактерицидний

🇵🇱 bakteriobójczy

🇯🇵 殺菌性の (sakkinsei no)

🇫🇷 germicide

🇪🇸 germicida

🇹🇷 mikrop öldürücü

🇰🇷 살균의 (salgyun-ui)

🇸🇦 قاتل الجراثيم

🇨🇿 germicidní

🇸🇰 germicídny

🇨🇳 杀菌的 (shājūn de)

🇸🇮 germiciden

🇮🇸 gerilsdrepandi

🇰🇿 микробтарды жоятын

🇬🇪 გერმიციდული

🇦🇿 mikrob öldürücü

🇲🇽 germicida

Etymology

The word 'germicidal' originates from the combination of 'germ' (microorganism) and 'cide' (kill). It was first used in the early 20th century to describe substances or products that are capable of killing germs or microorganisms. Germicidal products play a crucial role in maintaining hygiene and preventing the spread of diseases, especially in medical settings and public spaces.

See also: germ, germicide, germinate, germination, germs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,485, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.