STERILIZE
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Sterilize.
Sterilize - as a verb
Make free from bacteria
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sterilise9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disinfect15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make infertile
Example: "In some countries, people with genetically transmissible disabilites are sterilized"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desex13desexualise19desexualize28fix13sterilise9unsex12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
operate9operate onHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The surgeon will sterilize the tools before the operation."
"To prevent infection, it is important to sterilize the wound."
"We need to sterilize the baby bottles to ensure they are clean."
"Please sterilize the water by boiling it before drinking."
"The laboratory technician will sterilize the culture dishes using an autoclave."
Word Game Points
Is STERILIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STERILIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is STERILIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTERILIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is STERILIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sterilize is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTERILIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
