Detergent

A2 16+

Pronunciation: /dɪˈtərdʒənt/

Definitions of detergent

noun a substance used for cleaning, especially clothes

Example Sentences

A1 I use detergent to wash my clothes.

A2 She bought a new brand of detergent for her laundry.

B1 It is important to choose a detergent that is gentle on the skin.

B2 The detergent removed the tough stains from the carpet.

C1 The detergent industry is constantly evolving with new technologies.

C2 The detergent manufacturing process requires strict quality control measures.

adjective relating to or used for cleaning

Example Sentences

A1 My mom uses detergent soap to wash our clothes.

A2 I bought a new detergent spray to clean the kitchen counters.

B1 The detergent solution was effective in removing the tough stains from the carpet.

B2 The detergent formula is specially designed for delicate fabrics.

C1 The detergent ingredients are environmentally friendly and biodegradable.

C2 The detergent manufacturer prides itself on using only the highest quality raw materials.

Examples of detergent in a Sentence

formal The detergent used in the laboratory was specifically formulated for cleaning glassware.

informal I ran out of detergent, can you pick some up from the store?

slang I spilled juice on my shirt, do you have any detergent I can borrow?

figurative Kindness is the best detergent to wash away bitterness and resentment.

Grammatical Forms of detergent

plural

detergents

comparative

more detergent

superlative

most detergent

present tense

deterges

future tense

will detergent

perfect tense

have detergented

continuous tense

is detegenting

singular

detergent

positive degree

detergent

infinitive

to detergent

gerund

deterging

participle

detergenting

Origin and Evolution of detergent

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'detergent' originated from the Latin word 'detergere', which means 'to wipe off' or 'to cleanse'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'detergent' has evolved to specifically refer to cleaning agents or substances used for removing dirt and stains from surfaces or fabrics.