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disinfectant

noun

/ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

Meaning

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

The cleaner sprayed disinfectant on the table.

antiseptic, germicide, sanitizer, sterilizer

contaminant, pathogen

use disinfectant, spray disinfectant, disinfectant solution, disinfectant wipe

the action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth in size or scope

A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by someth...

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Something that ends or settles a situation; release from life, death.

the muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting, speaking, and swallowing; a language

Knowledge or awareness.