antiseptic

English

From anti- +‎ septic.

antiseptic (comparative more antiseptic, superlative most antiseptic)

Of, or relating to antisepsis, or the use of antiseptics.
Capable of preventing microbial infection.
Very clean; aseptic.
Free of unpleasantness; sanitized or bowdlerized.
- 2001, John Allen, A Touch of Uncertainty
  Forget all those Christmas cards with their ideal scenarios and antiseptic smiles. Stables are filthy and they stink […]

of or relating to antisepsis

capable of preventing microbial infection

very clean; aseptic

sanitized or bowdlerized

antiseptic (plural antiseptics)

Any substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally includes only those that are used on living objects (as opposed to disinfectants) and aren't transported by the lymphatic system to destroy bacteria in the body (as opposed to antibiotics).

substance that inhibits the growth of microorganisms

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