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