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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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, adverbMedical 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.
Scientific definitions for antiseptics
antiseptic
[ ăn′tĭ-sĕp′tĭk ]
A substance that inhibits the proliferation of infectious microorganisms.