Deterge (Verb)
Meaning
Wipe away; to wash off or out, cleanse; chiefly in medical use: to clear away foul matter from the body; "This drug is powerful enough to deterge".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The surgeon made several attempts to deterge the wound of debris and dirt before closing it.
- The doctor used a gentle soap to deterge the infected area of the patient's skin.
- To treat the infection, the patient was prescribed an antibiotic ointment to help deterge the affected tissue.
- The chemical solution used to deterge the eyes in the event of exposure to hazardous materials was readily available.
- The medic worked carefully to deterge the wound, making sure to flush out all dirt and debris.