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viricidal

 

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Adjective viricidal has 1 sense
  1. viricidal, virucidal - tending to destroy viruses

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Viricidal

Definition:

Adjective: Having the ability to destroy or inhibit the growth of viruses.

Sense 1:

Adjective: Used to describe substances or agents that are capable of killing viruses.

Example sentence: The laboratory developed a new viricidal drug capable of targeting various viral strains.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Pertaining to the destruction or inhibition of viruses.

Example sentence: Wearing a mask and practicing regular handwashing are important viricidal measures during flu season.

Sense 3:

Noun: A substance or agent with the ability to kill or inhibit the growth of viruses.

Example sentence: The disinfectant spray used in hospitals is a powerful viricidal that helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

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