antibacterial
adjective
an·ti·bac·te·ri·al
ˌan-tē-bak-ˈtir-ē-əl 
ˌan-ˌtī-
ˌan-ˌtī-
: directed or effective against bacteria
antibacterial soap
an antibacterial drug
antibacterial
noun
In an effort to develop new antifungals, scientists are boning up on previous research on antibacterials.
—
Ellen Licking
Ellen Licking
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This compact kit includes a mix of waterproof, antibacterial, and flexible bandages to cover whatever comes your way.
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Improves Curcumin Absorption Many studies have confirmed that curcumin in turmeric has anti-infection, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer effects.
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It’s been studied for its therapeutic potential as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, anti-depressant, and pain-blocker.
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Salt has natural antibacterial properties that can help prevent infection and promote healing.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2025
Improves Curcumin Absorption Many studies have confirmed that curcumin in turmeric has anti-infection, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer effects.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025
It’s been studied for its therapeutic potential as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, anti-depressant, and pain-blocker.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 20 Apr. 2025
Salt has natural antibacterial properties that can help prevent infection and promote healing.
—Sarah Jividen, Health, 17 May 2025
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“Antibacterial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antibacterial. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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antibacterial
1 of 2 adjective
an·ti·bac·te·ri·al
ˌant-i-bak-ˈtir-ē-əl
ˌan-ˌtī-
ˌan-ˌtī-
: directed or effective against bacteria
antibacterial
2 of 2 noun
: an antibacterial agent
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