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n. An agent that destroys bacteria.

n. Any substance that kills bacteria, especially one that is otherwise harmless.

n. Same as germicide.

n. A substance that has the property of destroying bacteria.

n. any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth

n. any chemical agent that destroys bacteria

"These have the advantage over mineral oil of much greater fire resistance and lower cost and over plain water in that the 5% component provides corrosion protection, and a bactericide, which means that stainless steel components are not required, and that maintenance of the fluid is easier."

chemical substance    chemical   

specific bactericide   

bactericidin    bactericidal   

germicide   

bacteriocide