presterilizes
/priˈstɛrəˌlaɪzɪz/
verb
- To sterilize something in advance, before it is used or before a main sterilization process.
- The lab technician presterilizes all the glassware before the experiment begins.
- The hospital presterilizes surgical instruments before they are sent to the operating room.
- In food packaging, the company presterilizes the containers to prevent contamination.