Looking for the meaning of the word ANTISEPTIC in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of ANTISEPTIC with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Antiseptic
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌantɪˈsɛptɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
preventing the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Short Definition:preventing growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Examples:- garlic has powerful antiseptic properties
- his breath smelt of antiseptic mouthwash
Definition:
scrupulously clean or pure, especially so as to be bland or characterless
Short Definition:scrupulously clean
Examples:- their squeaky-clean home epitomizes this antiseptic respectability
Word: Antiseptic
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌantɪˈsɛptɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
an antiseptic compound or preparation
Short Definition:antiseptic compound or preparation
Examples:- the inappropriate use of antiseptics
- come into the house and have some antiseptic put on that wound
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