disinfectant

• Adjetivo que descreve uma substância ou produto capaz de destruir ou inibir o crescimento de microrganismos nocivos.

An adjective describing a substance or agent that destroys or inhibits the growth of harmful microorganisms.

1. Cleaning agentB1formal

   A chemical substance used to destroy germs and bacteria on surfaces.

   Desinfetante

   • The hospital uses a strong disinfectant solution to clean the floors.
   • She sprayed disinfectant on the kitchen counter after preparing raw meat.
   • Disinfectant wipes are effective for cleaning phone screens.

   Sinônimosantibacterialantisepticcleansinggermicidal

• Substância química usada para destruir ou inativar microrganismos nocivos em superfícies, objetos ou na pele, a fim de prevenir infecções.

A chemical substance used to destroy or inactivate harmful microorganisms on surfaces, objects, or skin to prevent infection.

1. Cleaning agentB1formalmedical

   A chemical substance used to destroy harmful bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms on surfaces.

   Desinfetante

   • The hospital uses a strong disinfectant to clean the operating rooms.
   • She sprayed disinfectant on the kitchen counter after preparing raw chicken.
   • Always use a disinfectant to clean wounds to prevent infection.

   Sinônimosantisepticbactericidegermicide