sterilized
|ster-i-lized|
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/ˈstɛrəˌlaɪzd/
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/ˈstɛrɪˌlaɪzd/
(sterilize)
make free from microorganisms
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sterilize' originates from the Latin word 'sterilis', meaning 'barren'.
Historical Evolution
'sterilis' transformed into the French word 'stériliser', and eventually became the modern English word 'sterilize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make barren', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make free from bacteria'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'sterilize'.
The doctor sterilized the equipment thoroughly.
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Adjective 1
made free from bacteria or other living microorganisms.
The surgical instruments were sterilized before the operation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45