sterilisation
US /ˌstɛr.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌster.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
名词
1.
消毒, 灭菌
the process of making something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms
示例:
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The hospital uses high-temperature sterilisation for surgical instruments.
医院对外科器械采用高温消毒。
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Proper sterilisation of baby bottles is essential for infant health.
婴儿奶瓶的正确消毒对婴儿健康至关重要。
2.
绝育, 阉割
a medical procedure that makes a person or animal unable to produce offspring
示例:
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Many pet owners opt for the sterilisation of their cats and dogs.
许多宠物主人选择对他们的猫狗进行绝育。
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Female sterilisation is a permanent method of birth control.
女性绝育是一种永久性的节育方法。