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disinfection

[dis-in-fek-shuhn] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈfɛk ʃən /




NOUN
sanitation
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After docking, the ship will undergo thorough cleaning and disinfection procedures, according to the operator.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

It will sail to Rotterdam in the Netherlands where it will undergo disinfection, the WHO said.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

They would also conduct a "full disinfection of the ship and... assess the risk of the passengers."

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

She said disinfection was taking place on the ship and those with symptoms or caring for patients were wearing full personal protective equipment.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

If these directions have been carefully carried out, there is no need for further disinfection.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various




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