detergent
adj : having a cleansing action , n : a cleansing agent: as a : SOAP 1 b : any of numerous synthetic water-soluble or liquid organic preparations that are chemically different from soaps but are able to emulsify oils, hold dirt in suspension, and act as wetting agents .
Similar sounding terms: de·hy·dro·ge·nate
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