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Penicillin

Description:

Penicillin is a group of antibiotics derived from Penicillium fungi, used for treating various bacterial infections.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A type of antibiotic drug that inhibits the growth of or destroys bacteria.
2. The mold or fungus Penicillium from which penicillin is derived.

Usages:

Sense 1 - Noun:

The doctor prescribed penicillin to treat the bacterial infection.

Related products: Penicillin Antibiotics

Sense 2 - Noun:

The production of penicillin revolutionized the field of medicine.

Related products: Penicillium Mold

Sample Sentences:

1. She was prescribed a course of penicillin to treat her sinus infection.
2. The laboratory technician discovered penicillin while working with different types of molds.
3. Due to an allergic reaction, she couldn't take penicillin as an antibiotic.
4. The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928 was a significant breakthrough in medicine.
5. It is important to complete the full course of penicillin as prescribed by your doctor.