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Penicillin

Noun:

1. A group of antibiotics derived from the fungus Penicillium, used to treat bacterial infections.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed penicillin to treat the patient's strep throat.

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Noun:

2. A type of mold of the genus Penicillium, which produces penicillin.

Example sentence: The scientist studied the penicillin in the laboratory to understand its antibiotic properties.

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Noun:

3. Any member of a group of antibiotics having a molecular structure containing a β-lactam ring with a side chain attached to a core structure.

Example sentence: Some individuals may be allergic to penicillin and experience adverse reactions.

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Noun: (Plural: penicillins)

4. The most commonly used antibiotic substance, obtained from molds of the genus Penicillium or synthesized.

Example sentence: The discovery of penicillin revolutionized the field of medicine and saved countless lives.

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Noun:

5. A specific variety or form of penicillin, used in medical treatment.

Example sentence: The doctor administered a high dosage of penicillin F to combat the patient's infection.

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Adjective:

6. Referring to or related to penicillin.

Example sentence: The scientist conducted experiments on the penicillin resistance of different strains of bacteria.

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Adjective:

7. Characteristic of or resembling penicillin in action or effect.

Example sentence: The patient experienced a penicillin-like reaction to the antibiotic prescribed by the doctor.

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