colicin

/kɒlɪˈsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bacteriocin produced by certain strains of Escherichia coli, used to inhibit the growth of other bacteria.

“The scientist studied the properties of colicin to understand its mechanism of action against bacterial pathogens.”

Synonyms

  • bacteriocin
  • coli toxin

Antonyms

  • antibiotic
  • bactericide