antiseptic
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Definition
A substance that prevents infection by stopping or destroying harmful bacteria, usually used on skin or wounds. It can also describe something extremely clean or free from germs.
Usage & Nuances
Often used as a noun to mean a cleaning liquid for wounds: 'apply antiseptic'. As an adjective, describes environments or objects that are very sterile ('an antiseptic room'). In medical contexts, don't confuse with 'antibiotic' (which is for infections inside the body).
Example Sentences
Please clean the cut with antiseptic.
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I bought a bottle of antiseptic at the pharmacy.
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Doctors use antiseptic before surgery.
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This hospital has an antiseptic smell everywhere.
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After cleaning with antiseptic, the wound healed faster.
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Some people say the office looks too antiseptic and cold.
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