 detergent |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering | |
| Related terms: | wetting_agent anionic_detergent sls cationic_detergent | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension | |
| Related terms: | cleansing_agent liquid_detergent dishwasher_detergent laundry_detergent deterge | |
| 3. | [ adjective ] having cleansing power | |
| Synonyms: | detersive | |
| Related terms: | purifying | |
| Similar spelling: |
deterge detergency detergence Deatherage detersive |
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