detergent

noun
UK: /dɪˈtɜː.dʒənt/
US: /dɪˈtɝː.dʒənt/

  1. A cleaning substance, often a liquid or powder, used to remove dirt from clothes, dishes, or other surfaces.

    1. I use detergent to wash my clothes.
    2. This new eco-friendly detergent is better for the environment and our health.

Synonyms

cleanser soap
detergent adjective

  1. Having a cleaning effect; able to remove dirt or stains.

    1. Detergent action is required for clean.
    2. The detergent properties of this soap make it ideal for greasy dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "detergent" is /dɪˈtɜː.dʒənt/ in British English and /dɪˈtɝː.dʒənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "detergent": cleanser, soap.

Example usage of "detergent": "I use detergent to wash my clothes.". More examples on the page.