The act of destroying germs with chemicals, heat, etc., in order to prevent one's getting sick.

medicine; medication; pill; drug; insecticide; pesticide; polish; battery; blessing; help; cure

A substance orally administered, applied or injected to treat or prevent an illness, wound, etc.

A substance that is used to get rid of harmful insects, animals or plants.

A substance that is applied to an item to make it look shiny.

(figurative) A narcotic drug or alcoholic beverage.

A small item that produces an electric current and is used to power cameras, radios, lanterns, etc.

(figurative) Something that is beneficial or helpful to the body or mind.

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Medicine used to kill or weaken germs that are harmful to people.