Definitions for "Detergent"
Cleansing; purging.
A substance which cleanses the skin, as water or soap; a medicine to cleanse wounds, ulcers, etc.
Synthetic cleaning agent (other than soap) which is useful in physical removal of soils.
A composition that removes soil.
Any liquid or solid material that will remove residues from application equipment, such as dishwashing and laundry detergent.
a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering