fungicide | ||
1. | [ noun ] (pharmacology) any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi | |
Synonyms: | antifungal_agent antimycotic antimycotic_agent antifungal | |
Related terms: | agent agent itraconazole miconazole nystatin lamisil thiabendazole gentian_violet clioquinol Bordeaux_mixture griseofulvin | |
2. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a chemical agent that destroys fungi | |
Related terms: | chemical Bordeaux_mixture | |
Similar spelling: |
fungicidal |