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Having properties that kill germs, bacteria or microbes
“The drug also shows an antiseptic action on wounds and eczemas, and is used externally either as a powder or ointment.”
Having been sterilized or completely rid of germs, bacteria or microbes
“He also devised a method to destroy microorganisms in the operation theatre by spraying a fine mist of carbolic acid into the air, thus, producing an antiseptic environment.”
Immaculately clean or pure
“Chefs are required to wear antiseptic white jackets while preparing food in the kitchen.”
Being in a clean and tidy state
“This pitiful sight stands in stark contrast to the model image of the shining, antiseptic kitchen of advertisements.”
Dull or uninteresting in nature
“Reading this book would be an intense chore if it were written in boring and antiseptic prose.”
Cold, unfriendly, or lacking in emotion
“Then the antiseptic tone changed, the voice thickened with a touch of passion.”
Deliberately plain in design or appearance due to an emphasis on function
Recuperative or having the essence of healing
An antiseptic compound or preparation
“He cleansed the wound with an antiseptic and applied a proper dressing.”
A cleaner, cleanser, or refiner that removes impurities, enhancing clarity and purity
An antibody that is capable of neutralising specific toxins that are causative agents of disease
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