Search:   Dictionary All Posts
Store Your Knowledge at the Brain Bank!
Login / Register - It's free!

disinfectants Definition

Cancel
Login to Create a ListRegister for Free!
disinfectants
noun(dis-in-fec-tant)
an agent that frees from infection; especially : a chemical that destroys vegetative forms of harmful microorganisms (such as bacteria and fungi) especially on inanimate objects but that may be less effective in destroying spores

Words Related to disinfectants!

germicide, antiseptic, germicidal, antimicrobial, bactericidal, antimicrobic, mats, sanitizers, disinfecting, germicides, insecticides, sanitizer, detergents, cleansers, germs, sanitizing, biocide, antiseptics, bleach, antibiotics, pesticides, sterilant, mouthwashes, purell, handwash, calcium hypochlorite, bacteria, pathogens, insect repellent, calamine lotion, pseudomonas, insect repellant, chemicals, staphylococcus, hygiene, malathion, emollients, chlorinated, astringents, chlorhexidine, shampoos, sprays, gentian violet, cleaners, sodium hypochlorite, repellants, solvents, chlorine dioxide, deet, chlorine, toothpastes, acaricide, parathion, antibacterials, dishwashing liquid, penicillins, escherichia coli, trisodium phosphate, fomites, degrease, lotions, repellents, bacitracin, methicillin, bleaching powder, microorganisms, isopropyl alcohol, endotoxins, parasiticide, mouthwash, sodium lauryl sulfate, fluorides, dishwashing machine, sulfamethoxazole, gels, deodorizing, sodium lauryl sulphate, hypochlorite, washing, hydrogen peroxide, towelettes, perchloroethylene, bactericide, repellency, decontamination, sanitary, benzoyl peroxide, fertilizers, miticide, aureus, petrolatum, cocci, allergens, propylene glycol, pyrethrin, castile soap, antipyretic, organophosphorus, ointments, infections,

disinfectants Examples by Brain Bank Users