Any substance that can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria and similar microorganisms, generally transported by the lymphatic system.
Of or relating to antibiotics.
A process whereby a material is caused to form permanent molecular linkages by exposure to chemicals, heat, pressure and/or weathering.
Act of healing or state of being healed; restoration to health after a disease, or to soundness after injury.
That which is committed to the charge of a parish priest or of a curate.
A method, device or medication that restores good health.
Spiritual charge; care of soul; the office of a parish priest or of a curate.
A solution to a problem.
A process of solidification or gelling.
A process of preservation, as by smoking.
To cause to be rid of (a defect).
To bring about a cure of any kind.
To preserve (food), typically by salting.
To prepare or alter especially by chemical or physical processing for keeping or use.
To solidify or gel.
To bring (a disease or its bad effects) to an end.
To be undergoing a chemical or physical process for preservation or use.
To restore to health.