A hospice program provides palliative and supportive care for terminally ill patients and their families. The concept of hospice is that of a caring community of professional and nonprofessional people, supplemented by volunteer services.
â¢ ANTIMICROBIAL (adjective). The adjective ANTIMICROBIAL has 1 sense: 1. capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of disease-causing microorganisms. Familiarity information: ANTIMICROBIAL used as an adjective is very rare. Dictionary entry details.
Topic Fact Sheet. Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi such as mold and mildew. You may find antimicrobial products in your home, workplace, or school.