Meaning of the word antimicrobial in English

What does antimicrobial mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

antimicrobial

US /ˌæn.t̬i.maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/
UK /ˌæn.ti.maɪˈkrəʊ.bi.əl/

Adjective

able to destroy harmful microbes (= small living things that can cause disease):

Example:
antimicrobial drugs

Noun

a drug or substance that is able to destroy harmful microbes (= small living things that can cause disease):

Example:
Urethral infections are treated with oral antimicrobials.