antisepsis | ||
1. | [ noun ] (biology) the process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms | |
Synonyms: | asepsis | |
Related terms: | organic_process | |
2. | [ noun ] (of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms | |
Synonyms: | sterility sterileness asepsis | |
Related terms: | sanitariness | |
Similar spelling: |
antiseptic anodise Aneides antiserum antisepticize antisocial |