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sterilization

The correct spelling is sterilization.

How to pronounce sterilization

noun

Say it like: Ste-ril-iza-sho-n

The correct spelling is sterilization. The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms. For example: "The vet performed several sterilizations this week."

Usage Examples

The vet performed several sterilizations this week.

The Federal Reserve is responsible for foreign exchange sterilization.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.
  2. 2.A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing.
  3. 3.An instance of a sterilization procedure
  4. 4.A monetary policy operation used to offset a foreign exchange intervention.

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