alcogel

/ɑlˈkoʊdʒɛl/ (al-KOH-jel)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gel or gel-like substance containing a mixture of alcohol and a gelling agent, used as a topical disinfectant or antiseptic.

“The doctor applied an alcogel to the wound to prevent infection.”

Synonyms

  • alcohol gel
  • antiseptic gel

Antonyms

  • healing serum
  • oxygenating gel