DETERGENT

Definition:

1. [noun] a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering
   
   
2. [noun] a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension
   
   
3. [adjective] having cleansing power
   Synonyms: detersive
   
   

Related Words:

• anionic detergent, anionic, non-ionic detergent
• cationic detergent, invert soap
• sodium lauryl sulphate, sodium lauryl sulfate, SLS
• dishwasher detergent, dishwashing detergent, dishwashing liquid
• laundry detergent
• liquid detergent