sanitizing
|san-i-tiz-ing|
B2
/ˈsænɪˌtaɪzɪŋ/
(sanitize)
cleaning process
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sanitize' originates from the Latin word 'sanitas', meaning 'health'.
Historical Evolution
'sanitas' transformed into the French word 'sanitaire', and eventually became the modern English word 'sanitize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make healthy', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make clean and hygienic'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'sanitize'.
She is sanitizing the kitchen after cooking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45