adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   That inhibits the growth or multiplication of an organism, especially of a microorganism. not-comparable
2. 2
   Relating to biostasis not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms

electrostaticstatic

Etymology

From bio- + -static.

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