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antiseptically

[ an-tuh-sep-tik-lee ]

adverb

  1. with the aid of antiseptics.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of antiseptically1

First recorded in 1880–85; antiseptic + -al 1 + -ly
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Example Sentences

Because we have all felt that little tug, tickle, or impulse to be antiseptically and impersonally naughty?

It was treated antiseptically and bound up; Blake being laid up for a few days.

It was something of a shock to find that her colorful peasant getup was antiseptically sheathed in a white laboratory coat.

The dressing should then be removed, the wound treated antiseptically, and a sterilized dressing applied.

If this does not clear it up within twenty-four hours, go to a doctor and have him treat it antiseptically.

The latter should be removed once or twice daily and cleansed, and the wound dressed antiseptically.

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