teniacidal

/ˌtɛnɪˈæsɪdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of killing or destroying tenia, especially tapeworms

“The teniacidal medication was prescribed to treat the patient’s tapeworm infestation.”

2. adjective

having the power to kill or destroy tenia

“The researcher developed a new teniacidal compound to combat parasitic infections.”

Synonyms

  • taeniacidal
  • tapeworm-killing

Antonyms

  • teniacul
  • teniacute