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germicide
(ger¦mi|cide)
Pronunciation:
/ˈdʒəːmɪsʌɪd/
noun
a substance or other agent which destroys harmful microorganisms.
Derivatives
germicidal
Pronunciation:
/-ˈsʌɪd(ə)l/
adjective
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