nitrofuran

ni·tro·fu·ran  (ntr-fyrn, -fy-rn)

n.

Any of several drugs derived from furan that are used to inhibit bacterial growth.

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nitrofuran  (ntr-fyrn)

Any of several drugs derived from furan that are used to inhibit bacterial growth.

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Noun

1.

nitrofuran - derivative of furan used to inhibit bacterial growth Macrodantin, nitrofurantoin - derivative of nitrofuran used as an antibacterial medicine (trade name Macrodantin) effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria; used to treat infections of the urinary tract furan, furane, furfuran - a colorless toxic flammable liquid used in the synthesis of nylon