sterilisation

• Существительное, обозначающее процесс уничтожения живых микроорганизмов или лишения организма способности к размножению.

A noun referring to the process of making something free from living microorganisms, or the act of making an organism unable to reproduce.

uncountable

1. Making infertileB2formalmedical

   The act of making an organism barren or infertile, unable to reproduce.

   Стерилизация

   • The vet recommended sterilisation for the stray cats.
   • Sterilisation is a common procedure for controlling pet populations.
   • After the sterilisation, the animal could no longer reproduce.

   Synonymscastrationneuteringspayingsterilization

   Antonymsfertilisationimpregnationinsemination

2. Making free of microorganismsB2formalmedical

   The procedure of making an object free of live bacteria or other microorganisms, usually by heat or chemical means.

   Стерилизация

   • The surgical instruments underwent sterilisation before the operation.
   • Proper sterilisation of baby bottles is essential for hygiene.
   • The lab uses high-pressure steam for sterilisation of equipment.

   Synonymsdecontaminationdisinfectionsanitizationsterilization

   Antonymscontaminationinfectioninoculation