sterilization
Translation
sterilisation, disinfection
Examples
The hospital ensures the sterilization of all equipment.
The hospital ensures the sterilisation of all equipment.
They discussed sterilization as a form of birth control.
They discussed sterilisation as a form of birth control.
Grammar Patterns
((the sterilisation of sth.)) the process of making (sth.) free from bacteria The sterilisation of medical tools is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disinfection, sanitation; Antonyms: contamination
Etymology
From 'sterile' + '-ization' (process of making). The process of making something sterile (free from germs or unable to reproduce).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'sterile' environment, like a lab. 'Sterilization' is the action that makes it that way.