Grade 6
(dis-in-fect-ant) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a substance used to destroy the germs of infectious diseases

Example Sentence

The doctor distilled a few drops of disinfectant onto the wound.

Synonyms

germ killer; germ destroyer; bactericide

Antonyms

germs; disease

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Rhymes

  • expectant

  • disinfectant