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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sanitizing

/sænɪtaɪzɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does sanitizing mean?

verb

The act of making something clean and free from germs, or the process of removing or destroying germs and other microorganisms. This can be done using chemicals, heat, or other methods.

Example

"The hospital implemented a new sanitizing protocol to reduce the spread of infections."

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