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disinfecting

/dɪsɪnˈfɛktɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does disinfecting mean?

verb

The act of disinfecting something, or the state of being disinfected. The process of eliminating or destroying microorganisms, especially bacteria and viruses, from a surface or object.

Example

"The hospital staff began disinfecting the operating room after the surgery."

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