Vocabulary Entry

tyrocidine

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noun

Tyrocidine is a cyclic polypeptide antibiotic produced by the bacterium Bacillus brevis, used primarily for its antibacterial properties.

Example Sentences

"The doctor prescribed tyrocidine to treat the patient's bacterial infection."

"Research on tyrocidine has revealed its effectiveness against gram-positive bacteria."

"Tyrocidine is one of the earliest antibiotics discovered, showcasing the potential of natural compounds."