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detergent

/dɪˈtɝdʒənt/ · 9 letters · 6 distinct letters

  1. noun

    a surface active chemical widely used in industry and laundering

  2. noun

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

  3. adjective

    having cleansing power

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