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chlorination

/ˌklɔrɪˈneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does chlorination mean?

noun

The process of adding chlorine or its compounds to water or other substances to disinfect or purify them.

Example

"The water treatment plant uses chlorination to kill bacteria and other microorganisms."

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