hygiene JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈhaɪˌdʒiːn/ · hy·ge·ne
noun
- The science of health, its promotion and preservation. The field of hygiene has made significant progress in recent years.
- Those conditions and practices that promote and preserve health. Good hygiene is essential in hospitals to prevent the spread of diseases.
- Cleanliness. They have poor personal hygiene and often smell of body odor.
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Did you know? The concept of hygiene has been around for thousands of years, with ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks recognizing the importance of cleanliness in maintaining health.