antiseptic
UK/ˌæntiˈseptik/US/.ænti'septik/
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Definitions
n.
A substance applied to living tissue to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and prevent infection.
防腐剂；消毒剂
adj.
Capable of preventing infection by inhibiting microbial growth; very clean and sterile.
防腐的；消毒的；无菌的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedantiagainst, opposite
+
septicother
=antiseptic
Common Collocations
- 1.antiseptic procedure防腐程序
- 2.antiseptic solution防腐溶液
Example Sentences
- 1.
The surgeon used an antiseptic solution to clean the wound before operating.
- 2.
Hospitals maintain strict antiseptic procedures to prevent patient infections.