bacteriostatic

[US]/ˌbækˈtɪəriəʊstætɪk/
[UK]/ˌbakteriˌoʊstætɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Inhibiting the growth of bacteria; preventing bacterial reproduction.

Phrases & Collocations

bacteriostatic effect

bacteriostatic agent

bacteriostatic properties

achieve bacteriostatic results

bacteriostatic activity

bacteriostatic mechanism

bacteriostatic concentration

minimum bacteriostatic concentration

bacteriostatic antibiotic

bacteriostatic ointment

Example Sentences

the bacteriostatic effect of the drug was significant in the study.

many antibiotics have a bacteriostatic mechanism of action.

bacteriostatic agents are used to control bacterial growth.

the bacteriostatic properties of the solution make it ideal for preservation.

using a bacteriostatic treatment can prolong the shelf life of products.

some food preservatives have bacteriostatic effects.

the bacteriostatic nature of the compound was confirmed through tests.

bacteriostatic substances are essential in many clinical applications.

research continues on new bacteriostatic compounds for medical use.

understanding the bacteriostatic action can help develop better antibiotics.

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