detergent
Definition
Cleaning agent that helps to remove dirt and grease from porous surfaces (such as fabrics, clothes, non-treated wood) and/or non-porous surfaces (such as metals, plastics, treated wood). All detergents are made principally of soaps or surfactants.
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