Detergent (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Hypernyms

• Wetter
• Surface-active Agent
• Surfactant

Hyponyms

• Non-ionic Detergent
• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
• Anionic
• Invert Soap
• SLS

Related Words

• Detergent (adjective)

Meaning ²

A cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

• Cleanser
• Cleaner

Hyponyms

• Dishwashing Detergent
• Dishwashing Liquid

Related Words

• Deterge (verb)
• Detergent (adjective)