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STERILISES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Sterilises.

Sterilises - as a verb

Make free from bacteria

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sterilize18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disinfect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make infertile

Example: "In some countries, people with genetically transmissible disabilites are sterilized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desex13desexualise19desexualize28fix13sterilize18unsex12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
operate9operate on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The hospital sterilises all surgical instruments before each procedure."
"The dentist sterilises dental equipment to prevent infections."
"The laboratory sterilises petri dishes to create sterile environments for experiments."
"The beauty salon sterilises its tools to ensure cleanliness."
"After boiling the water, the camper sterilises it with iodine tablets."
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Word Game Points

Is STERILISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sterilises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STERILISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is STERILISES a valid Words With Friends word?
No, sterilises is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
STERILISES is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is STERILISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sterilises is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STERILISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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