deodorise
Eliminate bad smells
To deodorise is to remove or mask unpleasant smells.
The word applies literally to spaces, fabrics, or bodies: She deodorised the fridge with baking soda.
Figuratively, to deodorise something is to sanitise it—removing offensive or objectionable elements: The memoir deodorises his years as a ruthless corporate raider.
British spelling of deodorize.
Kill pathogens on surfaces
- sterilizeEliminate all microorganisms
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- antisepticMicrobe-killing substance
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
bleach · alcohol · chlorine · peroxide · disinfectant · biocide · fungicide · bactericide
Take in fully
- eliminateRemove completely
- charcoalBurned wood residue
- vinegarAcidic cooking liquid
- enzymesReaction-speeding proteins
zeolite · unscented · neutralizer · adsorb · counteract · masking
disinfect
Kill pathogens on surfaces
- sterilizeEliminate all microorganisms
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- antisepticMicrobe-killing substance
germicide · bleach · alcohol · chlorine · peroxide · disinfectant · biocide · fungicide · bactericide · autoclave
absorb
Take in fully
enzymes · zeolite · unscented · neutralizer · adsorb · counteract · masking
air
Gaseous envelope surrounding Earth
refresh · aroma · fragrance · scent · potpourri · sachet · incense · citrus · bouquet · essence
soap
Fatty alkali cleanser
rinse · lather · sponge · washcloth · loofah · shampoo · cleanser · exfoliate · toiletries · ablution
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