detergent

1. A surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering (synset 115121584)
   is a type of: surface-active agent, surfactant, wetter, wetting agent - a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved
   subtypes:

   • anionic, anionic detergent, non-ionic detergent - a class of synthetic detergents in which the molecules do not ionize in aqueous solutions
   • cationic detergent, invert soap - a class of synthetic detergents in which the surface-active part of the molecule is the cation
   • sls, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium lauryl sulphate - a caustic detergent useful for removing grease; although commonly included in personal care items (shampoos and toothpastes etc.) it can irritate skin and should not be swallowed
2. A cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension (synset 103186565)
   is a type of: cleaner, cleanser, cleansing agent - a preparation used in cleaning something
   subtypes:

   • dishwasher detergent, dishwashing detergent, dishwashing liquid - a low-sudsing detergent designed for use in dishwashers
   • laundry detergent - any of various detergents designed for use in a washing machine for clothing
   • liquid detergent - a detergent in liquid form

1. Having cleansing power (synset 302125461)
   similar to: purifying - freeing from noxious matter
   same as: detersive

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