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detergent Definition

de·ter·gent (dē tʉrjənt, di-)

adjective

cleansing

Etymology: L detergens, prp. of detergere: see deterge

noun

a cleansing substance; specif., a surface-active chemical preparation, as, now esp., a linear alkyl sulfonate, that is capable of emulsifying dirt or oil

detergent Synonyms

detergent

modif.

cleansing, purificatory, disinfectant; see cleaning.

detergent Synonyms

detergent

n.

cleansing agent, soap powder, soap flakes, surfactant; see cleanser, soap.

detergent Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • dishwash: Back to Top How should I purchase dishwashing detergent?
  • wash: Reduce your use of washing detergent with a laundry ball.

Adjective modifier

  • non-ionic: Proteins which interact with lipid components can be eluted by non-ionic detergents or organic solvents.
  • non-biological: Rinse the diapers, then wash with a non-biological detergent.
  • heavy-duty: Adding a good heavy-duty detergent the contamination is reduced much more to well below the target level.
  • mild: A small amount of mild detergent or bubble bath will not harm your garden.
  • harsh: A very mild shampoo free form any harsh detergents.
  • liquid: Liquid detergents dissolve easily, even in cold water.

Modifies a noun

  • sanitizer: Feed and Water Containers Wash with detergent sanitizer solution.
  • dispenser: Back to Top My detergent dispenser just won't close.
  • residue: Unfortunately detergent residue is often found in areas commonly used for soaking paper like the bath or kitchen sink.
  • bottle: A plastic detergent bottle must have a half-life of several millennia.
  • powder: This process also produces a detergent powder that is easy to dissolve.
  • solution: The flow patterns were observed by using neutral detergent water solution injected through the upper part of the main nozzle.

Noun used with modifier

  • laundry: Product tests are performed on items from shampoo to laundry detergents.
  • washing: Which is the best washing machine detergent to use - washing powder, liquid or tablets?
  • dishwasher: Was I out of dishwasher detergent or dish soap?
  • dish: Use 1 part liquid dish detergent to 20 parts water for cleaning up any remaining ink residue.
  • household: A wash with household detergent should solve the problem.
  • powder: An all purpose, heavy-duty powder detergent does a good job of cleaning most clothes and is suitable for all washable fabrics.