disinfectant
noun/ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/
Frequency rank: #15,544 most common English word
Meaning
A chemical substance used to destroy harmful bacteria and germs on surfaces.
Example sentence
The nurse wiped down the table with disinfectant before the procedure began.
Synonyms & related words
- sanitizer
- antiseptic
- cleaner
- sterilizer
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