sterilization
US /ˌster.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌster.ə.ləˈzeɪ.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 sterilization for surgical instruments.
医院对外科器械采用高温消毒。
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Effective sterilization is crucial in preventing infections.
有效的消毒对于预防感染至关重要。
2.
绝育, 结扎
any of various procedures by which a person or animal is rendered incapable of reproduction
示例:
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The veterinarian recommended sterilization for the stray cat population.
兽医建议对流浪猫进行绝育。
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Human sterilization is a permanent method of birth control.
人类绝育是一种永久性的节育方法。
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