disinfect
verb (used with object)
to cleanse (rooms, wounds, clothing, etc.) of infection; destroy disease germs in.
has disinfected
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present perfectof disinfect (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Since the re-opening, she has stayed indoors and has disinfected every home delivery that has arrived, but the couple still caught the virus.
From BBC ● Jan. 6, 2023
I have no problem, except the safety team now has disinfected the place again.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2020
Martinez said the staff has disinfected the clubhouse, hoping to prevent the virus from spreading.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 6, 2018
