Was Does Bactericidal Mean?

The definitions of “bacteriostatic” and “bactericidal” appear to be straightforward: “bacteriostatic” means that the agent prevents the growth of bacteria (i.e., it keeps them in the stationary phase of growth), and “bactericidal” means that it kills bacteria.

What do you mean by bactericidal give examples?

A substance or agent capable of killing bacteria. Supplement. Examples of bactericides are disinfectants, antiseptics and antibiotics.

Is bactericidal a word?

Bacteriocidal adjective Referring to that which kills bacteria, or is capable of killing bacteria.