Meaning Of The Word Surface-active agent

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What's The Definition Of Surface-active agent?

surface-active agent in American English
any substance that when dissolved in water or an aqueous solution reduces its surface tension or the interfacial tension between it and another liquid

surface-active agent in British English
adjective: having the properties of a surfactant
noun
noun: a substance, such as a detergent, that can reduce the surface tension of a liquid and thus allow it to foam or penetrate solids; a wetting agent

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