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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

decontaminated

/dɪkɒntəˈmeɪnɪˌteɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does decontaminated mean?

verb

To remove or destroy contaminants from something, especially a person or a place, to make it safe to use or enter.

Example

"The decontaminated area was declared safe for the public to visit."

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