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sanitary

/ˈsænɪtəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does sanitary mean?

adjective

Relating to health and hygiene, especially in the maintenance of public health and the prevention of disease.

Example

"The city implemented new sanitary measures to reduce the spread of the virus."

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