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antiseptically


Meanings
  • Adjective

    The use of substances that destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, especially germs, to prevent infection or contamination.


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antiseptic , antiseptically
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'antisepsis' meaning 'opposition to putrefaction', derived from 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'sepsis' meaning 'putrefaction'.


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  1. The first recorded use of an antiseptic was during ancient Egyptian times, where honey was used to treat wounds.

  2. The invention of the hypodermic syringe in the late 19th century revolutionized the use of antiseptics, making it easier to administer them directly into wounds.

  3. The most commonly used antiseptic today is probably iodine, which has been in use since the late 1800s.


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  1. Disinfectant: A disinfectant is a substance that kills bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms on non-living objects.

  2. Sterilization: A process of eliminating all forms of microbial life from an object or environment.


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Antiseptics have played a crucial role in medical practices since ancient times. The first recorded use of an antiseptic was during the time of the ancient Egyptians, who used honey to treat wounds. In the 19th century, Joseph Lister popularized the use of antiseptics in surgery, leading to a significant reduction in post-surgical infections.

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  3. mnemonics

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