DISINFECTANT
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Disinfectant.
Disinfectant - as a noun
An agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antimicrobialantimicrobicgermicideHypernyms (Closely Related)
agentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Disinfectant - as an adjective satellite
Preventing infection by inhibiting the growth or action of microorganisms
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bactericidalgermicidalDisinfectant - as an adjective
Serving to kill germs or viruses.
Example: "I washed repeatedly with a disinfectant soap but i still caught the flu."
Example Sentences
"I used a disinfectant to clean the kitchen countertops."
"The hospital used a strong disinfectant to clean the operating room."
"You should always use a disinfectant to clean toys that children play with."
"The janitor sprayed the disinfectant throughout the school to prevent the spread of germs."
"She wiped down the gym equipment with a disinfectant after each use."
Word Game Points
Is DISINFECTANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disinfectant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISINFECTANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is DISINFECTANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disinfectant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISINFECTANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is DISINFECTANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disinfectant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISINFECTANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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