amoebicide

/əˈmiːbɪsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance capable of killing amoebas

“The researcher studied the effects of various amoebicides on the amoeba population in the lab.”

2. noun

A substance or agent that kills amoebas

“The amoebicide used in the experiment had a significant impact on the amoeba’s life cycle.”

Synonyms

  • amoebacide
  • protozoacide

Antonyms

  • amoeba growth agent
  • amoeba stimulator