disinfect

verb

Definition of disinfectnext
as in to sanitize

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Recent Examples of disinfect There are a number of ways to disinfect them, including with rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or a solution of water and bleach. — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 2026 Some help surgeons operate with greater precision, while others disinfect rooms, transport supplies, assist patients during rehabilitation, or provide comfort to people who are distressed. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026 Now, the clock starts on a seven-day process to remove other debris and power-wash and disinfect the cavernous freezer. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 Disinfect your footwear To disinfect footwear, thoroughly wash the outside of the shoe. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disinfect
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disinfect
  1. sanitize
  2. decontaminate
  3. purify
  4. wipe
  5. purge
  6. scrub
  7. clean
  8. rinse
Verb
  • Consumers also were advised to carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers the cheeses may have touched.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Bleach can be used occasionally to whiten grout or sanitize small tile areas.
    — Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2026
Definition of sanitize
Verb
  • The protocol provides details on decontaminating clothing and equipment after caving.
    — Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Those exhibiting suspicious symptoms had samples taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis, the ministry said on Saturday, adding that the vessel was also decontaminated.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of decontaminate
Verb
  • Instead of sugar or salt, this scalp scrub counts on apricot seed to exfoliate and menthol to purify.
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2026
  • There are many easy and cost-effective ways to purify water, such as boiling, filtration and treating with chemical disinfectants.
    — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of purify
Verb
  • At one point, Flynn even reached for a tissue to wipe his sweaty forehead.
    — Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • To give your knives a brilliant shine, apply a few drops of oil to a clean, lint-free cloth, and wipe both sides of the blade.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of wipe
Verb
  • Voting rights experts have expressed concern that misuse of the data could lead to legitimate voters being purged from rolls.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Existing law also blocks most states from systematically purging voters from their rolls within 90 days of an election, said David Becker, an election law expert who leads the Center for Election Innovation and Research.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of purge
Verb
  • Gently scrub the area in small circles to help lift any oily or pigmented residue.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The decision will aid states that seek to scrub their voter rolls and remove those who are not citizens.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of scrub
Verb
  • The formula has a neutral pH that cleans hardwood floors and protects them from discoloration, too.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026
  • In all, roughly 1,200 workers are still grinding away, some with power tools, others with 10-foot-long feather dusters, cleaning the rafters beneath the canopy.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of clean
Verb
  • Maintain your tub by rinsing, wiping after use, avoiding bath oils, and ventilating.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Swish the garment around again, drain the tub, basin, or sink, and rinse the robe in cold water.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of rinse

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“Disinfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disinfect. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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