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Antiseptic: Something that discourages the growth microorganisms. By contrast, aseptic refers to the absence of microorganisms.
Library > Literature & Language > Dictionary ( ăn ' tÄ-sÄ•p ' tÄk ) adj. Of, relating to, or producing antisepsis. Capable of preventing infection by inhibiting ...
Definition of ANTISEPTIC. 1. a: opposing sepsis, putrefaction, or decay; especially: preventing or arresting the growth of microorganisms (as on living tissue) b ...
an·ti·sep·tic (n t-s p t k) adj. 1. Of, relating to, or producing antisepsis. 2. Capable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.
Most chemical agents can be used as both an antiseptic and a disinfectant. The purpose for which it is used is determined by its concentration.
adjective 1. pertaining to or affecting antisepsis . 2. free from or cleaned of germs and other microorganisms. 3. exceptionally clean or neat. 4. free of ...