What does "detersion" mean?

The act of deterging or cleansing.

What is a synonym for "detersion"?

Common synonyms include: catharsis, cleaning, cleansing, purgation, purge, purging.

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Noun

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The act of deterging or cleansing. uncountable, usually
"detersion of a wound"

Compare French détersion. See deterge.