Adulterant Definition
adulterant
- adjective
- making impure or corrupt by adding extraneous materials; "the adulterating effect of extraneous materials"
- noun
- any substance that lessens the purity or effectiveness of a substance; "it is necessary to remove the adulterants before use"
Words that rhyme with adulterant
Usage tips for "adulterant"
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