What does sodium lauryl sulphate mean?
• SODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE (noun) The noun SODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE has 1 sense: 1. a caustic detergent useful for removing grease; although commonly included in personal care items (shampoos and toothpastes etc.) it can irritate skin and should not be swallowed Familiarity information: SODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE used as a noun is very rare.