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French word
antimicrobien
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃timikʁɔbjɛ̃/
Meaning
- adjectiveantimicrobial
Example
Cette serviette est antimicrobienne.
This towel is antimicrobial.
More examples
J'ai acheté un spray antimicrobien pour les poignées.
I bought an antimicrobial spray for the handles.
Core concept
A protective effect that keeps microorganisms from multiplying on or in a material.
Common phrases
spray antimicrobien
antimicrobial spray
lingette antimicrobienne
antimicrobial wipe
produit antimicrobien
antimicrobial product
Similar words
antibactérien: Able to slow or stop bacterial growth.
antiseptique: Helping prevent infection when applied to wounds or the skin.
désinfectant: Reducing microorganisms on the surfaces of objects or places.
hygiénique: Promoting cleanliness and conditions where disease-causing microorganisms grow less easily.
Definition in French
Se dit d'un matériau, d'un produit ou d'un traitement qui limite la présence ou la multiplication des micro-organismes.
Word origin
French forms antimicrobien with the prefix anti- ('against') and microbien, an adjective built from microbe and -ien ('related to').
Usage tips
- As an adjective, antimicrobien agrees in gender and number: antimicrobienne, antimicrobiens, and antimicrobiennes.