antibiotic
Pronunciation:
/ˌæn.taɪ.baɪˈɒt.ɪk//ˌæn.taɪ.baɪˈɑ.tɪk/noun
Definitions
Any substance that can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria and similar microorganisms, generally transported by the lymphatic system.
adjective
Definitions
(pharmaceutical effect) Of or relating to antibiotics.
Of or relating to the theory that extraterrestrial life does not exist.