antibiotic

/ˌæn.taɪ.baɪˈɒt.ɪk//ˌæn.taɪ.baɪˈɑ.tɪk/

noun

  1. 1

    Any substance that can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria and similar microorganisms, generally transported by the lymphatic system.

adjective

  1. 1

    (pharmaceutical effect) Of or relating to antibiotics.

  2. 2

    Of or relating to the theory that extraterrestrial life does not exist.

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