Disinfectant

Pronunciation: /dɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

Disinfectant (noun)

  1. A substance used to kill germs and bacteria on surfaces.

Examples

  • A disinfectant can kill harmful germs on surfaces.
  • A disinfectant is used to kill germs on surfaces.

Common collocations: use a disinfectant, strong disinfectant, apply disinfectant

Synonyms of Disinfectant

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Disinfectant

  • A substance that causes infection.