Appearance
Use device theme  
Dark theme
Light theme

What does bacteriostatic mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word bacteriostatic? Here's what it means.

Adjective
  1. Of or relating to bacteriostasis or a bacteriostat; inhibiting the growth of bacteria without destroying them.
Find more words!
Use * for blank tiles (max 2) Advanced Search Advanced Search
Use * for blank spaces Advanced Search
Advanced Word Finder
Examples
Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, and in skin they are thought to have bacteriostatic, emollient, and barrier functions in humans.
About the same time, clofazimine, another bacteriostatic drug that also had anti-inflammatory properties, was introduced.
Low cut sock with an incredibly soft touch and permanent bacteriostatic properties.
These antibiotics are bacteriostatic against the organism when exposed to a high dosage for a prolonged period of time.
It is an established fact that tyrothricin and its salts are antibiotic substances with a bacteriostatic effect.
Clindamycin or linezolid may be used if sensitivity has been documented and a bacteriostatic antibiotic is sufficient.

See Also

Nearby Definitions
14-letter Words Starting With
Find Definitions
go
Word Tools Finders & Helpers Apps More Synonyms
Copyright WordHippo © 2025