How many syllables in germicide?

There are 3 syllables in the word germicide.

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Divide germicide into syllables:

ger · mi · cide

How to pronounce germicide:

Definition of germicide:

germicide (noun):: an antiseptic substance; an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease.; something (such as an antiseptic or disinfectant) that destroys or inactivates pathogens (such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi) an agent or preparation that is effective against germs

Synonyms for germicide:

pesticide toxic insecticide poison agent antiseptic venom disease virus sterilizer

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