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antiseptic

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++朗文当代英语 5++LDOCE 5++朗文 5++
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an·ti·sep·tic1 /ˌæntəˈseptɪk◂/ noun [countable, uncountable]  MHa medicine that you put onto a wound to stop it from becoming infected 抗菌剂,消毒剂 He dabbed the cut with antiseptic. 他在伤口上涂了些消毒剂。 Mint is a mild antiseptic. 薄荷是一种温和的杀菌剂。
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antisepticThis week the school is collecting medical supplies, including plasters, vitamins and antiseptics.Unlike chemical antiseptics, essential oils are harmless to tissue, yet they are powerful aggressors towards germs.In a dilute solution in water, it is familiar as a household antiseptic.They contain a natural antiseptic which fights spot-causing bacteria and dries up the blemishes.Avoid using antiseptics, perfumed soaps or talc in the vaginal area, and don't use vaginal deodorants.
Related topics: Hospital
antiseptic2 adjective  MHhelping to prevent infection 抗菌的;抗感染的 an antiseptic cream 抗感染药膏 Some herbs have antiseptic qualities. 一些药草有抗菌性。5 see picture at 见图 first aid kit
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antisepticThese are the upstanding citizens, the clean and the antiseptic.The room has the immaculate, antiseptic air of a hospital laboratory.the antiseptic language of scienceI entered a hall crammed with low stretcher beds, placed row upon row on an antiseptic, scrubbed floor.The rash application of strong antiseptic solutions to prevent or ward off infection is another rare cause of urethritis.This antiseptic treatment can be used for all but flowers.
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antiseptic
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antiseptic1 /ˌæntəˈseptɪk◂, ˌæntɪˈseptɪk◂/ noun [uncountable and countable]
a medicine that you put onto a wound to stop it from becoming infected:
    He dabbed the cut with antiseptic.
    Mint is a mild antiseptic.

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antiseptic2 adjective
helping to prevent infection:
    an antiseptic cream
    Some herbs have antiseptic qualities.


anti·sep·ticBrE /ˌæntiˈseptɪk/ 🔊NAmE /ˌæntiˈseptɪk/ 🔊 noun [countable, uncountable] a substance that helps to prevent infection in wounds by killing bacteria 防腐剂;抗菌剂 SYN disinfectant
anti·sep·ticBrE /ˌæntiˈseptɪk/ 🔊NAmE /ˌæntiˈseptɪk/ 🔊 adjectiveable to prevent infection 防腐的;抗菌的antiseptic cream/lotion/wipes 防腐乳膏/洗液/擦剂very clean and free from bacteria 无菌的;消过毒的 SYN sterile Cover the burn with an antiseptic dressing. 在烧伤处包上无菌敷料。🔊🔊