detergent
nounmasculine/dɨtɨɾˈʒẽtɨ/high
de·ter·gen·te
Definition
A chemical substance, usually liquid or powder, used to remove dirt and grease, especially for washing clothes or dishes.
I need to buy laundry detergent.
This dish detergent cuts through grease effectively.
Common collocations
detergentdish detergentlaundry detergentdetergent powder
Etymology
Do latim 'detergens, detergentis', particípio presente de 'detergere' (limpar, esfregar).