- mycostat
- \\ˈmīkəˌstat\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: myc- + -stat: an agent that inhibits the growth of molds
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—mycostatic, adj./muy"koh stat'/, n.a substance or preparation that prevents or inhibits the growth of molds.[MYCO- + -STAT]
Useful english dictionary. 2012.