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单词 counteragent
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Definition of counteragent in English:

counteragent

nounkaʊntərˈeɪdʒ(ə)nt
  • An agent or force used to reduce or neutralize something else.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • By recombining insect DNA Tyler creates a biological counteragent, a new species to be our six-legged ally in wiping out the roach population.
    • Even the best medicine, if too diluted, may readily be overwhelmed by stronger counteragents.
    • The purpose of therapeutics was to apply counteragents, usually chemical ones, which would act quickly against the attacker.
    • Ironically, the best counteragents against microbes are often other microbes that produce very potent antibiotics.
    • In Surrey and surrounding regions, a commonly used counteragent to the gypsies is celery root mixed with the blood of poultry, particularly chickens.
    Synonyms
    antitoxin, antiserum
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