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disinfect

verb

Destroy microorganisms or pathogens by cleansing

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
D
Ends with
T
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

dɪs.ɪnˈfɛkt

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. Destroy microorganisms or pathogens by cleansing

    “Disinfect a wound”

In context

Example Sentences

Disinfect a wound

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