disinfection

American  

[dis-in-fek-shuhn] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈfɛk ʃən /

noun

1. the act or process of cleansing or purifying a room, wound, item of clothing, etc., of germs that cause disease.

   After disinfection is complete, the treated water is reintroduced back into the river to support aquatic life, recreation, and downstream drinking water supplies.

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Etymology

Origin of disinfection

disinfect + -ion

Example Sentences

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disinfection

In response, cruise staff increased cleaning and disinfection procedures, isolated ill passengers and crew members, and consulted with the CDC on sanitation procedures and reporting cases, according to the CDC.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026

During the Covid pandemic, Putin imposed elaborate quarantine protocols, including disinfection tunnels and lengthy isolation requirements for visitors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026

It will sail to Rotterdam in the Netherlands where it will undergo disinfection, the WHO said.

From BBC ● May 10, 2026

The WHO says passengers are being asked to isolate in their cabins while disinfection and other measures are being taken.

From Barron's ● May 5, 2026

When taken in time, all diseases which depend upon particulate contagia for their origin can be stamped out by isolation and disinfection.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

Related Words

• purification
• sanitation
• sterilization
• washing