adjective
- of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
Usage: common in medical and scientific contexts
noun
- a substance or agent that kills or inhibits bacteria; an antibacterial agent
Usage: plural form; used in medical and pharmaceutical contexts
Examples
- The doctor prescribed bacterials to treat the infection.
- Bacterials in soap help reduce harmful microorganisms on your hands.
- The laboratory tested several bacterials for effectiveness against the strain.
- New bacterials are being developed to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
- The bacterials in the ointment promote faster wound healing.