detergent
//dɪˈtɜːdʒənt//
Noun
detergentSingular
detergentsPlural
1
A water-soluble cleansing agent that combines with impurities and dirt to make them more soluble, used especially for washing clothes or dishes.
I need to buy some detergent for the washing machine.
Adjective
detergentCanonical form
1
Having cleansing or purifying properties.
This soap has strong detergent properties.