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antiseptic

adjectivegeneral usevery common/ɐ̃.ti.'sɛp.ti.ku/an·tis·sép·ti·co

Definition

1

That prevents the development of microorganisms, especially those that cause infections or putrefaction.

Usage examples

Use an antiseptic product to disinfect the cut.
Hands should be washed with antiseptic soap before surgery.

Common combinations

antiseptic solutionantiseptic creamantiseptic action