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Disinfect

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Definition

To clean or sterilize something by using a chemical substance or heat to destroy bacteria or viruses.

Synonyms & similar words

infect cleanse sterilize sanitize purify decontaminate clean wash fumigate purge clear disinfectant antiseptic sanitize sterilizer decontaminate purify clean wash fumigate purge

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