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disinfection

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dis·in·fect  (dsn-fkt)
tr.v. dis·in·fect·ed, dis·in·fect·ing, dis·in·fects
To cleanse so as to destroy or prevent the growth of disease-carrying microorganisms: disinfect a wound.
disin·fection n.
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Noun1.disinfection - treatment to destroy harmful microorganisms
medical aid, medical care - professional treatment for illness or injury
chlorination - disinfection of water by the addition of small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound


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