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What is the noun for repellents?

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repellent
  1. someone who repels
  2. a substance used to repel insects
  3. a substance or treatment for a fabric etc to make it impervious to something
repeller
  1. Something that repels; that which causes repulsion.
  2. Examples:
    1. “It incorporates a flight path of about 40 cm from repeller to a discrete dynode-type detector that is both sensitive and durable.”
      “Saint Martin's fitness for the role of defender of the soul and repeller of demons is thus undeniable.”
      “In the absence of a repeller, a smooth rounded fork handle may be employed.”
repellence
  1. Alternative form of repellency
  2. Synonyms:
  3. Examples:
    1. “It adds gloss and water repellence and so protects the finish.”
      “To have occasional draconian enforcement might provide sufficient repellence, but is hardly the way to build justice.”
      “The change in the material composition has also significantly improved its water repellence.”
repellency
  1. The ability to repel; the characteristic of repelling.
  2. Synonyms:
  3. Examples:
    1. “The leathery sheet object is excellent in water repellency and water resistance in sections formed by cutting.”
      “The canvas offers a unique combination of printability, flexibility and water repellency, according to the company.”
      “Why this repellency works sometimes and not others remains to be determined.”
repellant
  1. Alternative form of repellent
repellences
repellencies
repellants
  1. plural of repellant
repellents
  1. plural of repellent
  2. Examples:
    1. “Insect repellents for humans and shampoos or collars containing insecticide for pets can help control or reduce tick infestations.”
      “Various forms of repellents also can be sprayed on trees to keep wildlife away.”
      “The fruits make good outdoor Christmas ornaments or could be used as insect pest repellents in the winter.”
repellers
  1. plural of repeller
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