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soaps

  • plural
    of soap.
    soap
    noun
    a substance used for washing and cleansing purposes, usually made by treating a fat with an alkali, as sodium or potassium hydroxide, and consisting chiefly of the sodium or potassium salts of the acids contained in the fat.
  • present tense form
    of soap (3rd person singular).
    soap
    noun
    a substance used for washing and cleansing purposes, usually made by treating a fat with an alkali, as sodium or potassium hydroxide, and consisting chiefly of the sodium or potassium salts of the acids contained in the fat.

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In those studies, the researchers developed approaches for converting other types of plastic waste into surfactants used in products such as soaps and detergents.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 29, 2026

The soaps and fragrances retailer said Wednesday it now expects annual adjusted earnings per share to be $2.60 to $2.80, up from prior guidance of $2.40 and $2.65.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

We’ve got all the fancy soaps, deluxe robes and we added a washer and dryer.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026

The executive aims to modernize the Columbus, Ohio-based retailer of fragrances, scented candles, body creams and decorative soaps through an expanded digital presence, refreshed product mix and more-creative marketing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026

The woman kept song sparrows in small wicker cages and gave Liyana two fat olive oil soaps to take home to her mother, too.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye