disinfectant
[/ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/]
noun, adjectivemasculine (noun form in Portuguese)pl: disinfectants
desinfetante
1. A substance or agent that kills disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi on surfaces or objects
The hospital uses a strong disinfectant to clean the operating rooms.
O hospital usa um desinfetante forte para limpar as salas de cirurgia.
2. Used as an adjective: having the ability to disinfect or kill microorganisms
The disinfectant spray is effective against 99.9% of germs.
O spray desinfetante é eficaz contra 99,9% dos germes.
In Brazil, disinfectants are commonly used household products, with brands like Lysol and Clorox being widely recognized. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for disinfectants surged significantly in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian households, disinfectants are frequently used to clean floors, bathrooms, and kitchen surfaces as part of regular cleaning routines. The term 'desinfetante' is universally understood and used across all social classes and age groups in Brazil.
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