septic meaning and definition

SEPTIC adjective

Definition of septic (adjective)

1. containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms
   • "a septic sore throat"; "a septic environment"; "septic sewage"
   • synonyms: infected
   • antonym: antiseptic
2. of or relating to or caused by putrefaction
   • "the septic action occurs at the bottom of the septic tank"