disinfection
What is another word for disinfection? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Treatment with disinfectant substances to destroy harmful microorganisms.
Antonyms
How to use disinfection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
surface disinfection
disinfection procedure
water disinfection
routine disinfection
It is a fairly formal, technical term used in cleaning, health and safety contexts.
Etymology
The word combines the prefix dis- with infection.
Full origin of disinfection →Frequently asked questions
What is disinfection?
It is the process of using disinfectant products to kill harmful microorganisms on a surface or object.
Is disinfection the same as sterilisation?
No, disinfection reduces harmful microorganisms to a safe level, while sterilisation aims to remove all forms of microbial life.
Where is disinfection commonly used?
It is widely used in hospitals, kitchens and public spaces to prevent the spread of illness.
