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disinfettante

/dizinfetˈtante/noun · masculineB1
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Meaning

disinfectant

  • A chemical substance that destroys bacteria and microorganisms.

In a sentence

Prima di mettere il cerotto, applica un po' di disinfettante sulla ferita.

Before putting on the plaster, apply some disinfectant to the wound.

C'è del disinfettante per le mani all'ingresso della farmacia.

There is hand sanitizer at the entrance to the pharmacy.

Pulisci bene il tavolo della cucina usando un disinfettante efficace.

Clean the kitchen table well using an effective disinfectant.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
disinfettantemasculine · singular
disinfettantimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Can also function as an adjective: 'azione disinfettante' (disinfectant action).
  • Commonly found in domestic, medical, and first-aid settings.

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