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antiseptic

noun, adjective

/ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

Meaning

A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.

The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.

antiseptic environment

disinfectant, germicide, sanitizer, cleanser, sterilizer

infected, contaminated, dirty

antiseptic cream, antiseptic solution, apply antiseptic, antiseptic wipe

a person who does not live in a particular country or place permanently

a choice between two or more possibilities; something that can be chosen instead of something else

a person walking on the street; also means dull or ordinary

An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.

a company controlled by a larger company; serving to assist or supplement something

a liquid that dissolves other substances; also means able to pay debts