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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

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  1. 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