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French word
antibactérien
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃tibakteʁjɛ̃/
Meaning
- adjectiveantibacterial
Example
Ce gel hydroalcoolique est antibactérien.
This alcohol-based hand sanitizer is antibacterial.
More examples
Le savon est antibactérien.
The soap is antibacterial.
Core concept
A substance or surface designed to leave bacteria unable to multiply.
Common phrases
gel antibactérien
antibacterial gel
savon antibactérien
antibacterial soap
produit antibactérien
antibacterial product
Similar words
hygiénique: Clean and resistant to the buildup of bacteria or dirt.
antiseptique: Able to suppress bacteria on skin or in wounds.
désinfectant: Able to kill bacteria on surfaces or equipment.
bactéricide: Able to kill bacteria.
Definition in French
Qui empêche le développement ou détruit les bactéries.
Word origin
Antibactérien is formed from the prefix anti- and bactérien, a derivative of bactérie, from Latin bacterium and ultimately Greek baktērion.
Usage tips
- Antibactérien concerns bacteria specifically and does not automatically mean effective against viruses or fungi.