hand gel

Portable germ killer

Hand gel is a sanitizing liquid applied to hands without water, typically containing alcohol to kill germs.

It became ubiquitous during the COVID-19 pandemic, with dispensers appearing at building entrances and checkout counters: There's hand gel by the door.

Also called hand sanitizer.

antimicrobial

antibacterial

Kills or inhibits germs

alcohol-based · ethanol · isopropanol · fungicidal · disinfectant · pathogen · bacteria · germs · microorganism · sterilize

cleanliness

sanitize

Cleanse of pathogens

fresh · sterile · pure · sanitation · cleanse · decontamination · hygienic · protection · routine

product

pump bottle

Container with push-down spout

moisturizing · quick-dry · fragrance-free · unscented · handrub · foaming · scented · vitamin E · glycerin · refill

portable

travel-size

Compact for packing

on-the-go · lightweight · carry-on · clip-on · lanyard · keychain · personal · handy · refillable · squeeze tube

Categories
Opposites
contamination state

hand geldirt

Loose dry earth

grime · contaminants · filth · contaminant · germs

Family

hand, handle, hands, gel, handful, handled, handling, handed, handler

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G