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View definitions for disinfectant

disinfectant

noun as in chlorine

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noun as in cleaner

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noun as in deodorant

noun as in purifier

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noun as in refiner

noun as in refinery

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The medical profession successfully argued for an exemption from the wet wipe ban, arguing that non-plastic wipes absorb too much of the detergents and disinfectants impregnated in them, with potential consequences for patient safety.

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The room was chilly because of the conservation regime and smelled of disinfectant.

While most cleans rely on numerous solvents and disinfectants, for run-of-the-mill carpet stains Ben relies on the basics - using either washing powder or liquid and warm water.

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“Sunlight is the best disinfectant, and it’s time to shine a light on puppy mills,” Newsom said in a statement.

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In addition, customers who have a water dispenser on their refrigerator should flush the device or five minutes; make and discard three batches of ice cubes and clean the ice bin with a disinfectant.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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