Definition of disinfectant Disinfectant
/dɪsɪnfɛˈktʌnt/ - [disinfektunt] - dis•in•fect•ant
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What does disinfectant mean?
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NounPlural: disinfectants |
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| disinfectant - an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease | ||
| germicide, antimicrobic, antimicrobial | ||
| agent an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect; "their research uncovered new disease agents" | ||
| cetrimide a cationic detergent that is a powerful disinfectant | ||
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Wiktionary 
- disinfectant (Noun)
A substance which kills germs and/or viruses. - disinfectant (Adjective)
Referring to something that contains a disinfectant or has the properties of a disinfectant.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- disinfectant (n.)
That which disinfects; an agent for removing the causes of infection, as chlorine.
OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω
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disinfectant
An agent, such as heat, radiation, or a chemical, that disinfects by destroying, neutralizing, or inhibiting the growth of disease-carrying microorganisms.\n(Source: AMHER)
Wikipedia 
- Disinfectant is a liquid used to destroy and kill unwanted germs and parasites. It is often used in the activity of cleaning, especially in bathrooms and kitchens, as they are the areas most likely to be contaminated with dangerous microorganisms. Disinfectant is a dangerous liquid and should be used carefully because it can be deadly to humans and animals when in large amounts.
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🔤- disinfectant, noun, singular of disinfectants.
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