germicide

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He said he plans to use a germicide approved by the U.S.

From Seattle Times

A small industry that sells ultraviolet lamps as a germicide has arisen, but experts warn of their potential dangers for humans.

From New York Times

In spite of recent scepticism regarding the value of the fumes of sulphurous acid as a germicide and disinfectant, I do not hesitate to express, after long experience, my firm conviction as to their efficacy.

From Project Gutenberg

It is also advisable to wash all woodwork and gangways annually with a weak solution of formalin, or other inodorous germicide.

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Formalin, for′ma-lin, n. a formic aldehyde used as an antiseptic, germicide, or preservative in foods.

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