asepsis
/eɪˈsɛpsɪs/
noun
- The state of being free from harmful germs or bacteria; a condition of cleanliness that prevents infection.
- The surgeon maintained strict asepsis throughout the entire operation.
- Hospitals use special procedures to ensure asepsis in operating rooms.
- Proper hand washing is a basic step toward achieving asepsis in a clinic.
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