Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deterge
verb
/dɪˈtɜːrdʒ/
Definition
To cleanse or wash away dirt or impurities.
Examples
- The new detergent is formulated to deterge even the toughest stains.
- After the hike, she needed to deterge the mud from her boots.
- The hospital staff worked diligently to deterge all surfaces to maintain hygiene.
Meaning
Deterge refers to the process of cleaning or removing unwanted substances, often used in a context related to cleansing agents or methods.
Synonyms
- Cleanse
- Purge
- Wash
- Scrub
- Detoxify
