Noun: anionic detergent ,a-nI'ó-nik di'tur-junt
- A class of synthetic detergents in which the molecules ionize to produce negatively charged ions in aqueous solutions
"Anionic detergents are often used in laundry products for their effectiveness in cold water";
- anionic, non-ionic detergent
Derived forms: anionic detergents
Type of: detergent