Meaning Of The Word Detergent

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What's The Definition Of Detergent?

detergent
variable noun: Detergent is a chemical substance, usually in the form of a powder or liquid, which is used for washing things such as clothes or dishes.

detergent in American English
a cleansing substance; specif., a surface-active chemical preparation, as, now esp., a linear alkyl sulfonate, that is capable of emulsifying dirt or oil
cleansing
noun: any of a group of synthetic, organic, liquid or water-soluble cleaning agents that, unlike soap, are not prepared from fats and oils, are not inactivated by hard water, and have wetting-agent and emulsifying-agent properties

detergent in British English
adjective: having cleansing power
noun: a cleansing agent, esp a surface-active chemical such as an alkyl sulphonate, widely used in industry, laundering, shampoos, etc

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