Definitions

1. noun

the practice of keeping the body or environment clean, especially with regard to health and disease prevention

“She emphasized the importance of good hygiene in preventing the spread of illness.”

2. noun

the maintenance of cleanliness and health in a particular environment or institution

“The hospital implemented strict hygiene standards to minimize the risk of infection.”

3. noun

the branch of science concerned with the study of the causes and prevention of disease

“The field of hygiene has made significant progress in understanding the impact of lifestyle choices on health.”