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an·ti·bi·ot·ic
 antibiotic
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- pronunciation:
- aen
ti
baI
a
tihk
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
any of various substances derived from fungi or other organisms and used to destroy or prevent the growth of bacteria or other disease-causing organisms.
The doctor prescribed an antibiotic for the infection.The development of antibiotics revolutionized medicine. |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
of or relating to antibiotics.
The nurse applied an antibiotic ointment. |
| derivation: |
antibiotically (adv.) |
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