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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

detergent

/dɪˈtɜːrʒənt/ noun · British & US
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What does detergent mean?

noun

A substance used for cleaning, especially one that is used in washing machines or for hand washing clothes, dishes, etc. A substance that removes dirt or stains.

Example

"She added detergent to the washing machine to clean the dirty clothes."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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