Antiseptic
Synonyms
Antisepsis; Disinfectant; Disinfection of surfaces
Definition
Word-for-word translated from Greek an antiseptic is
a substance used against putrefaction. Disinfectants
reduce the amount of germs on surfaces. Antisepsis
involves the disinfection of areas, materials and objects
as well as disinfection of skin and wounds.
Tags: disinfectants, disinfection, germs, surfaces, synonyms, wounds