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bac
/ɓak/
poison
Nước này có chứa bac.
This water contains poison.
general
A toxic substance that causes harm or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed.
Bac trong thực phẩm có thể gây ngộ độc.
Poison in food can cause poisoning.
The term is commonly used in both medical and everyday contexts.
Medicine
Medical
A substance that kills or inhibits microorganisms, such as bacteria or viruses.
Bác sĩ sử dụng bac để tiêu diệt vi khuẩn.
The doctor uses poison to kill bacteria.
In medical contexts, 'bac' can refer to antimicrobial agents.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Medical vs. General Use
In medical contexts, 'bac' can refer to substances that kill microorganisms, while in general use, it refers to harmful toxins.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
Always consider the context when using 'bac' to avoid confusion between its medical and general meanings.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Vietnamese word 'bác' (毒), meaning poison or toxin.
Usage Notes
The term 'bac' is versatile and can refer to both biological toxins and chemical poisons. In medical contexts, it may also refer to antimicrobial substances.
Word Breakdown
bac
poison or toxin
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