Antisepsis (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Asepsis

Hypernyms

• Biological Process

Meaning ²

(of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Sterility
• Sterileness
• Asepsis

Hypernyms

• Sanitariness

Related Words

• Antiseptic (adjective)