formoxime

/fɔrmɒksaɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of antibiotic medication derived from oximino, used to treat bacterial infections.

“The doctor prescribed formoxime for the patient’s severe bacterial pneumonia.”

2. verb

To apply or use formoxime as a treatment for bacterial infections.

“The nurse formoximed the wound to prevent further infection.”

Synonyms

  • antibiotic
  • oximino

Antonyms

  • antibacterial
  • nonsteroidal