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1. surface-active_agent
noun. a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved.
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2. active
noun. ['ˈæktɪv'] chemical agent capable of activity.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. active
adjective. ['ˈæktɪv'] tending to become more severe or wider in scope.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. active
adjective. ['ˈæktɪv'] engaged in or ready for military or naval operations.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. active
adjective. ['ˈæktɪv'] disposed to take action or effectuate change.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. active
adjective. ['ˈæktɪv'] taking part in an activity.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
7. active
adjective. ['ˈæktɪv'] characterized by energetic activity.
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- active (English)
- actif (Middle English (1100-1500))
- actif (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
8. agent
noun. ['ˈeɪdʒənt'] an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect.
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- agent (English)
- agens (Latin)
9. agent
noun. ['ˈeɪdʒənt'] a substance that exerts some force or effect.
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- agent (English)
- agens (Latin)
10. agent
noun. ['ˈeɪdʒənt'] a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations.
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- agent (English)
- agens (Latin)