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dishwashing detergent

noun

US
: liquid soap that is used for washing dishes : dish detergent

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What Are Dishwasher Pods? Dishwasher pods are an easy-to-use alternative to traditional dishwashing detergent. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025 Combine 1 quart of warm water, ½ teaspoon of dishwashing detergent, and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025 That means cleaning up spills immediately and cleaning inside the walls and shelves with hot water and a mild dishwashing detergent. Mustafa Fattah, NBC News, 17 Oct. 2024 Hand dishwashing detergent in hot water is an option, but a cleaner such as Simple Green all-purpose cleaner ($5.48 for a 32-ounce spray bottle) used at full strength might work better. Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023

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“Dishwashing detergent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishwashing%20detergent. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.

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