detergent
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Noun — A cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap.
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Etymology
From French détergent, from Latin dētergēns, "wiping off" — from dē- ("off") + tergēre ("to wipe").
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What does “detergent” mean?
The word “detergent” means a cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap. In plain terms, a substance made to clean things, usually manufactured rather than a natural soap.
How do you pronounce “detergent”?
“Detergent” is pronounced dih-TURD-zhuhnt (/dɪˈtɝd͡ʒənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “detergent” in a sentence?
Here is “detergent” used in a sentence: “Add a capful of laundry detergent to the wash.”
What part of speech is “detergent”?
Depending on how it is used, “detergent” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “detergent” come from?
The word “detergent” comes from Latin. From French détergent, from Latin dētergēns, "wiping off" — from dē- ("off") + tergēre ("to wipe").
Is “detergent” a common word?
“Detergent” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “detergent” have?
“Detergent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap.