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disinfect

verb

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /dɪs.ɪnˈfɛkt/

verb

Etymology: From English dis- + infect, from Middle French desinfecter.

  1. To sterilize by the use of cleaning agent.

    An on-board cleaner passes through, disinfecting every grabrail and handhold as they pass.