What does bacteriostat mean?
Definitions for bacteriostat
bækˈtɪər i əˌstætbac·te·rio·stat
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Princeton's WordNet
bacteriostatnoun
a chemical or biological material that inhibits bacterial growth
Wiktionary
bacteriostatnoun
A biological or chemical agent that causes bacteriostasis.
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bacteriostat
A bacteriostat is a biological or chemical substance that prevents bacteria from reproducing, while not necessarily harming or killing them. It inhibits the growth and multiplication of bacteria, allowing the body's immune system sufficient time to destroy them. Bacteriostatic substances are often used in antibiotics and disinfectants.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of bacteriostat in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of bacteriostat in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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