sterility

• Substantivo que designa o estado de ausência de microrganismos vivos ou a incapacidade de gerar descendentes.

A noun referring to the state of being free from living microorganisms, or the inability to produce offspring.

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1. Freedom from germsB2formalmedical

   The condition of being completely free from bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that could cause infection.

   Esterilidade

   • The surgeon ensured the sterility of all instruments before the operation.
   • Sterility of the laboratory environment is crucial for the experiment.
   • The packaging guarantees sterility until the seal is broken.

   Sinônimosasepsissterileness

   Antônimoscontaminationinfectionsepsis

2. Inability to reproduceB2formalmedical

   The condition of being unable to produce children or offspring, either in humans or other living organisms.

   Esterilidade

   • The couple sought medical advice to understand the causes of sterility.
   • Sterility in males can be caused by various genetic factors.
   • Advances in medicine have helped many couples overcome sterility issues.

   Sinônimosbarrennessinfertility

   Antônimosfecundityfertility