Definition

A type of antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections, particularly those resistant to penicillin.

Example

The doctor prescribed spectinomycin to treat the patient's gonorrhea infection.

Conversation

Hey, have you ever heard of spectinomycin?

Yeah, I think it's an antibiotic, right?

Exactly! It's used for treating some resistant infections.

That's interesting! I didn't know there were so many options for antibiotics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spectinomycin is formed from "spectare" (meaning to look or see) and "mycin" (a suffix used in the names of antibiotics derived from microorganisms). The word refers to an antibiotic that is derived from a specific source and is used to treat infections, particularly those caused by bacteria.

Memory Tip

Think of 'looking' ('spectare') at how this antibiotic works against infections, as it helps to 'see' or target the bacteria effectively.

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