Meaning of the word disinfection in English

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disinfection

US /ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən/
UK /ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the process of cleaning something using chemicals that kill bacteria and other organisms (= very small living things) that cause disease:

Example:
Thorough cleaning and disinfection of all surfaces is essential.
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