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STERILIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Sterilize.

Sterilize - as a verb

Make free from bacteria

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sterilise
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disinfect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make infertile

Example: "In some countries, people with genetically transmissible disabilites are sterilized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desexdesexualisedesexualizefixsteriliseunsex
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
operateoperate on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The surgeon will sterilize the tools before the operation."
"To prevent infection, it is important to sterilize the wound."
"We need to sterilize the baby bottles to ensure they are clean."
"Please sterilize the water by boiling it before drinking."
"The laboratory technician will sterilize the culture dishes using an autoclave."
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Word Game Points

Is STERILIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STERILIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is STERILIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STERILIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is STERILIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STERILIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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