sanit

/ˈseɪnɪt/ or /ˈsænɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to clean and purify, especially to eliminate germs and other microorganisms from a surface or object.

“The nurse sanitized the equipment before using it on the patient.”

2. noun

a substance used for sanitizing, especially a liquid or gel used for disinfecting surfaces.

“The hospital staff used sanit to clean the floors after the spill.”

Synonyms

  • disinfect
  • sterilize

Antonyms

  • contaminate
  • pollute