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disinfection

noun

ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən

Meaning

The process of destroying harmful microorganisms to prevent infection.

Kitchen appliances require frequent disinfection.

decontamination, purification, antisepsis

contamination, infection, polluting

a standard of behavior; what is typical or expected

the action of seducing someone; temptation to do something wrong

the state of being unnecessary or more than needed

a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, or quality; deterioration

a container, typically round and deep, used for cooking or holding plants

The ability of a substance to bend light; refractive power.