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/ˌbaɪoʊriːmɛdɪˈeɪʃən/ · bio.re.me.di.a.tion
noun
  1. The use of biological organisms, usually microorganisms, to remove contaminants, especially from polluted water. The company used bioremediation to clean up the oil spill in the nearby wetlands.
noun
  1. A process or technique that utilizes living organisms to restore or improve environmental conditions. Bioremediation is a key component of sustainable waste management strategies.
Did you know? Bioremediation has been used to clean up contaminated sites, including former industrial areas, and even to remove pollutants from soil and groundwater.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026