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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

autoclave

/ɔːtəʊkleɪv/ noun · British & US
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What does autoclave mean?

noun

A pressure chamber used for sterilizing equipment and supplies by subjecting them to high temperatures and pressures, typically using steam. A device that uses high pressure and temperature to sterilize equipment and supplies.

Example

"The hospital used an autoclave to sterilize the surgical instruments before the operation."

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