antiseptic

[ an-tuh-sep-tik ]
/ ˌæn təˈsɛp tɪk /

adjective

pertaining to or affecting antisepsis.
free from or cleaned of germs and other microorganisms.
exceptionally clean or neat.
free of contamination or pollution.

noun

an antiseptic agent.

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Origin of antiseptic

First recorded in 1745–55; anti- + septic

Words nearby antiseptic

antisecretory, antiselection, antisense, antisense rna, antisepsis, antiseptic, antiseptic dressing, antiseptically, antisepticize, antiseptics, antiserum
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Words related to antiseptics

hygienic, sterile, disinfectant, preservative, clean, antibiotic, prophylactic, antibacterial, purifier, detergent, preventative, germicide, sterilizer, bactericide, preventive, aseptic, pure, sanitary, bactericidal, medicated

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British Dictionary definitions for antiseptics

antiseptic
/ (ˌæntɪˈsɛptɪk) /

adjective

of, relating to, or effecting antisepsis
entirely free from contamination
informal lacking spirit or excitement; clinical

noun

an antiseptic agent or substance

Derived forms of antiseptic

antiseptically, adverb
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Medical definitions for antiseptics

antiseptic
[ ăn′tĭ-sĕp′tĭk ]

adj.

Of, relating to, or producing antisepsis.
Capable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of infectious agents.

n.

A substance that inhibits the proliferation of infectious agents.
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Scientific definitions for antiseptics

antiseptic
[ ăn′tĭ-sĕp′tĭk ]

A substance that inhibits the proliferation of infectious microorganisms.
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Cultural definitions for antiseptics

antiseptics

Substances that prevent or inhibit the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.

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