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Definition of Irritant
1. Noun. Something that causes irritation and annoyance. "He's a thorn in my flesh"
Exact synonyms: Thorn
Generic synonyms: Annoyance, Bother, Botheration, Infliction, Pain, Pain In The Ass, Pain In The Neck
Derivative terms: Irritate
Generic synonyms: Annoyance, Bother, Botheration, Infliction, Pain, Pain In The Ass, Pain In The Neck
Derivative terms: Irritate
Definition of Irritant
1. a. Rendering null and void; conditionally invalidating.
2. a. Irritating; producing irritation or inflammation.
3. n. That which irritates or excites.
Definition of Irritant
1. Adjective. Causing irritation or inflammation. ¹
2. Noun. Any medication designed to cause irritation ¹
3. Noun. A source of irritation. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Irritant
1. something that irritates [n -S]
Medical Definition of Irritant
1. This refers to any substance that causes inflammation following immediate, prolonged, or repeated contact with skin or mucous membranes. (09 Oct 1997)