antiseptic
adjective/ɐ̃.ti.'sɛp.ti.ku/high
an·tis·sép·ti·co
Definition
That prevents the development of microorganisms, especially those that cause infections or putrefaction.
Use an antiseptic product to disinfect the cut.
Hands should be washed with antiseptic soap before surgery.
Common collocations
antiseptic solutionantiseptic creamantiseptic action
Etymology
Do grego 'anti-' (contra) + 'septikos' (que causa putrefação).