Antiseptic: meaning, definitions and examples

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antiseptic

[ ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk ]

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medical

A substance that prevents infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.

Synonyms

disinfectant, germicide, sterilizer

Examples of usage

The nurse applied antiseptic to the wound to prevent any bacterial infection.
Antiseptic wipes are commonly used to clean minor cuts and scrapes.

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describing a cleaning product

Thoroughly clean and free of harmful microorganisms.

Synonyms

hygienic, sanitary, sterile

Examples of usage

The antiseptic solution left the surface disinfected and safe to use.
The antiseptic properties of the cleaning spray make it ideal for hospital use.

Translations

Translations of the word "antiseptic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 antisséptico

🇮🇳 प्रतिजैविक

🇩🇪 Antiseptikum

🇮🇩 antiseptik

🇺🇦 антисептик

🇵🇱 antyseptyczny

🇯🇵 消毒剤

🇫🇷 antiseptique

🇪🇸 antiséptico

🇹🇷 antiseptik

🇰🇷 소독제

🇸🇦 مُطَهِّر

🇨🇿 antiseptický

🇸🇰 antiseptický

🇨🇳 消毒剂

🇸🇮 antiseptik

🇮🇸 sótthreinsandi

🇰🇿 антисептик

🇬🇪 ანტისეპტიკური

🇦🇿 antiseptik

🇲🇽 antiséptico

Word origin

The word 'antiseptic' comes from the Greek words 'anti' (against) and 'septikos' (putrefying), indicating its ability to prevent decay or putrefaction. The concept of antiseptic practices in medicine was popularized by Joseph Lister in the 19th century, who promoted the use of antiseptic agents to reduce infections in surgical procedures.