noun
- a chemical substance that kills living organisms, especially microorganisms
Usage: technical
Examples
- The water treatment plant uses a biocide to prevent bacterial growth.
- Copper-based biocides are commonly used in marine paints.
- The hospital applied a powerful biocide to sterilize the operating room.
- Many household cleaners contain biocides to kill germs.
- The swimming pool requires regular biocide treatment to maintain water quality.
- Industrial cooling systems often need biocides to prevent biofilm formation.