Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
viricide
noun
/ˈvɪr.ɪ.saɪd/
Definition
A substance that kills viruses.
Examples
- Hand sanitizers can act as a viricide, helping to eliminate viruses on surfaces.
- Certain antiviral medications function as viricides, targeting the virus directly.
Meaning
Viricides are agents or compounds designed to neutralize or eliminate viruses, making them important in the field of virology and public health.
Synonyms
- Antiviral
- Virus-killer
- Viral agent
