detergent

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托福雅思GRE Collins 1

英文释义

n. a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering
n. a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension
s. having cleansing power

中文翻译

n. 清洁剂
[化] 洗涤剂

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10,446
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12,593
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记忆技巧

detergent的词根是terg，来自拉丁语，意为“擦拭”，前缀de-表示“去除”，合起来就是“去除污垢的东西”。

例句

1. I need to buy some detergent for the laundry.
我需要买一些洗衣粉来洗衣服。
2. This detergent works well on tough stains.
这种洗涤剂对顽固污渍效果很好。
3. Always follow the instructions on the detergent bottle.
始终按照洗涤剂瓶上的说明操作。

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