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soap

noun

ˈsōp How to pronounce soap (audio)
Definition of soapnext
as in cleaner
a substance used for cleaning a little soap and water should clean this in no time

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Recent Examples of soap Removing Stains From Bathroom Floors Grout is porous and absorbs all the moisture, dirt, and soap scum it’s exposed to, and that can leave it looking dark and dingy. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2026 Health inspectors cited the Elk Grove barbecue eatery after finding the kitchen hand sink without soap or paper towels. — Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Luckily, these pests can be easily dislodged with a strong blast of water from your garden hose or with weekly treatments using an organic insecticidal soap spray. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026 If lily pollen or another substance is on a cat’s coat, Wahlen recommends wiping it away or washing the area with diluted dish soap to prevent ingestion during grooming. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soap
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soap
  1. cleaner
  2. detergent
  3. shampoo
Noun
  • Harsh cleaners and aggressive scrubbing can damage these surfaces.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026
  • For the bathroom itself, regular descaling with an appropriate cleaner helps control the white crust and residue that collect on showerheads, glass and tile.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of cleaner
Noun
  • Water, detergent, agitation and friction all take a toll, and drying piles on heat and more tumbling.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Laundry water carries detergent, dirt, oils and tiny fibers from fabric.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of detergent
Noun
  • The sulfate-free shampoo starts with a satisfying trio of sea buckthorn, coconut oil, and water lily extract that nourish from scalp-to-ends, helping to restore shine and make hair easier to style.
    — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The bus has a gas generator so clients can enjoy air conditioning on hot days, but there is no water for a shampoo.
    — Francesca Pinney, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of shampoo

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