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/sænɪtɪˌzeɪʃən/ · san-i-ti-za-tion
noun
  1. The process of making something clean and hygienic, especially by removing germs or other contaminants. The hospital implemented a rigorous sanitization protocol to prevent the spread of the virus.
  2. The state of being clean and free from germs or other contaminants. The sanitization of the water supply was a major priority after the natural disaster.
verb
  1. To make something clean and hygienic, especially by removing germs or other contaminants. The staff sanitized the equipment after each use.
Did you know? The concept of sanitization dates back to ancient civilizations, where people used various methods to clean and purify water and other substances.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 28, 2026