Definition of Antibiotic

any substance that can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria and similar microorganisms

Examples of Antibiotic in a sentence

Her doctor said that she should take an antibiotic because it will help her fight the bacterial infection that is causing her strep throat.  🔊

Sally likes to talk about how when she was a child everyone contracted chickenpox, but she is unsure if an antibiotic was used to fight the infection.  🔊

After falling off of his bike, Alex was sent to the camp infirmary where they administered an antibiotic cream over his wound.  🔊

Typically, antibiotic treatments offer rapid results that provides quick relief to patients.  🔊

The antibiotic Jim is taking to treat his cold does come with some side effects, which explains why he’s been so moody lately.  🔊

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