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detergent

[dih-tur-juhnt] / dɪˈtɜr dʒənt /
NOUN
soap
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Detergent and deodorant, toothpaste, the entire shampoo aisle.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2024

Washing: Detergent and other cleansers, including stain removers.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2022

Boldly labeled bottles — Laundry Detergent, Club Soda, Hand Soap, Rubbing Alcohol — were lined up on a table.

From New York Times • Jan. 6, 2021

Detergent, fabric softener and a number of irons have also been provided.

From The Guardian • Apr. 11, 2017

Detergent Action of Soap.—The property possessed by soap of removing dirt is one which it is difficult to satisfactorily explain.

From The Handbook of Soap Manufacture by Simmons, W. H.




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