noun🔗ShareAntiseptiquesAny 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)."After scraping his knee, the boy's mother cleaned the wound with mild antiseptics to prevent infection. "Après s'être écorché le genou, la mère du garçon a nettoyé la plaie avec des antiseptiques doux pour prévenir l'infection.medicinesubstancechemistrymicroorganismbiologyscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading