1. the quality or power of a detergent to cleanse or remove dirt and stains
Usage: technical/chemistry term; often used in product testing and manufacturing

Examples

• The detergency of the new soap formula was tested on various fabric types.
• Manufacturers measure detergency by how effectively a product removes grease and soil.
• Hard water can reduce the detergency of laundry detergents.
• The detergency of this cleaning agent makes it ideal for industrial applications.
• Scientists improved the detergency of the product by adjusting its chemical composition.