asepsis
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asep·sis

noun \(ˌ)ā-ˈsep-səs, ə-\

Definition of ASEPSIS

1
: the condition of being aseptic
2
: the methods of making or keeping aseptic

Origin of ASEPSIS

New Latin
First Known Use: 1892

Rhymes with ASEPSIS

asep·sis

noun \(ˈ)ā-ˈsep-səs, ə-\   (Medical Dictionary)
plural ; asep·ses \-ˌsēz\ (audio pronunciation)

Medical Definition of ASEPSIS

1
: the condition of being aseptic
2
: the methods of producing or maintaining an aseptic condition

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