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Antiseptic

noun
Word Frequency: 1.1

Definitions

1.nounAny substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally includes only those that are used on living objects (as opposed to disinfectants) and aren't transported by the lymphatic system to destroy bacteria in the body (as opposed to antibiotics).
2.adjectiveOf, or relating to antisepsis, or the use of antiseptics.
3.adjective(pharmaceutical effect) Capable of preventing microbial infection.
4.adjectiveVery clean; aseptic.
5.adjectiveFree of unpleasantness; prim, sanitized or bowdlerized.

Synonyms

disinfectantpurifyingcleansinggermicidalbactericidalsterilecleanasepticunobjectionableincorruptnonpurulentuninfected

Rhymes With

dyspepticskepticepilepticpepticscepticseptic
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