1. Plural of fungistat; substances or agents that inhibit or prevent the growth of fungi without necessarily killing them.
Usage: technical; medical/pharmaceutical context

Examples

• The laboratory tested several fungistats to determine which was most effective against the mold.
• Fungistats are often used in food preservation to extend shelf life.
• Unlike fungicides, fungistats slow fungal reproduction rather than killing the organisms outright.
• The dermatologist prescribed a cream containing fungistats to manage the patient's fungal infection.
• Fungistats are commonly added to paints and coatings to prevent mildew growth.