decontaminate

• Verb, das das Entfernen oder Neutralisieren von Schadstoffen, giftigen Substanzen oder Verunreinigungen bezeichnet, z. B. aus Wasser, Luft, Böden oder Oberflächen.

A verb meaning to remove or neutralize contaminants, pollutants, or harmful substances from something.

1. Remove contaminationB2formal

   To remove dangerous substances, such as chemicals, radiation, or germs, from a person, object, or area.

   Dekontaminieren

   • The team worked to decontaminate the laboratory after the chemical spill.
   • Special suits are worn to decontaminate equipment in hazardous zones.
   • They decontaminated the water supply to make it safe for drinking.

   Synonymecleansedetoxifydisinfectpurgepurifysterilize

   Antonymecontaminatepollutetaint