L'antibiotique
Example: Le médecin a prescrit un antibiotique pour soigner l'infection.
Definition
"L'antibiotique" is a substance used in medicine to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, helping to treat bacterial infections. It is commonly prescribed by doctors to fight infections and restore health by targeting harmful microorganisms.
Etymology
The word "l'antibiotique" originates from the Greek roots 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'bios' meaning 'life,' reflecting its function to act against living bacteria. Introduced in the early 20th century, the term gained popularity with the discovery of penicillin, marking a breakthrough in medical treatment.
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"L'antibiotique" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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