antiseptic

UK
/ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

Translations

antisepticnoun
antiseptics
pl
UK
/ˌæn.tiˈsep.tɪk/
US
/ˌæn.tiˈsɛp.tɪk/
Common countable noun meaning a substance that inhibits microorganisms.
antisepticadjective
more antiseptic
Comp.
most antiseptic
Super.
UK
/ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/
The nurse applied an antiseptic cream to the wound.
Медсестра нанесла антисептический крем на рану.

Definitions

antisepticnoun
A substance that prevents or inhibits the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.
Before stitching the cut, the doctor washed it with an antiseptic.
antisepticadjective
Relating to or denoting substances that prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.
The nurse applied an antiseptic cream to the wound to prevent infection.
Free from or cleaned of germs and other microorganisms.
The hospital room was kept in an antiseptic condition to ensure patient safety.
Lacking in warmth, emotion, or excitement; sterile or uninteresting.
The office had an antiseptic atmosphere, with its plain white walls and minimal decor.