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Meaning of antiseptic

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antiseptic

noun

Definitions

  1. Any substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally includes only those that are used on living objects (as opposed to disinfectants) and aren't transported by the lymphatic system to destroy bacteria in the body (as opposed to antibiotics).

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of, or relating to antisepsis, or the use of antiseptics.

  2. (pharmaceutical effect) Capable of preventing microbial infection.

  3. Very clean; aseptic.

  4. Free of unpleasantness; prim, sanitized or bowdlerized.