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[ noun ] the state of being clean and conducive to health

Used in print

(The Family Fallout Shelter. Office of Civil and Defence...)

Sanitation in the confines of the family shelter will require much thought and planning .

Related terms

sanitariness sanitate

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[ noun ] making something sanitary (free of germs) as by sterilizing

Used in print

(Richard I. McCosh, "Recreation Site Selection"...)

- In_addition_to its recreation interests , water is needed for drinking , sanitation , and irrigation .

Related terms

cleaning sanitize

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