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ampicillin

Noun CEFR B2
ˌæm.pɪˈsɪl.ɪn

Definitions

A semisynthetic form of penicillin C₁₆H₁₉N₃O₄S that is effective against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria and is used to treat infections of the urinary, respiratory, and intestinal tracts.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Portuguêsampicilina
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Češtinaampicilin

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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