sterilization

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.
  • (uncountable) A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing.
  • (countable) an instance of a sterilization procedure
  • (uncountable) A monetary policy operation used to offset a foreign exchange intervention.

Etymology

Suffix from English sterile.

Origin

English

sterile

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