Aseptic: meaning, definitions and examples
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aseptic
[ əˈseptɪk ]
medical
Free from contamination caused by harmful bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The surgeon used aseptic techniques to prevent infections during the surgery.
- The aseptic environment of the laboratory ensured accurate results in the experiments.
medical
A substance that prevents infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.
Synonyms
antiseptic, disinfectant, sanitizer
Examples of usage
- The wound was treated with an aseptic to prevent any bacterial growth.
- The hospital always keeps a stock of aseptics for emergency situations.
Translations
Translations of the word "aseptic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 asséptico
🇮🇳 निर्जीव
🇩🇪 aseptisch
🇮🇩 aseptik
🇺🇦 асептичний
🇵🇱 aseptyczny
🇯🇵 無菌
🇫🇷 aseptique
🇪🇸 aséptico
🇹🇷 aseptik
🇰🇷 무균
🇸🇦 معقم
🇨🇿 aseptický
🇸🇰 aseptický
🇨🇳 无菌
🇸🇮 aseptični
🇮🇸 sótthreinsaður
🇰🇿 асептикалық
🇬🇪 ასეპტიკური
🇦🇿 aseptik
🇲🇽 aséptico
Word origin
The word 'aseptic' originates from the Greek word 'a-' meaning 'not' and 'septikos' meaning 'putrefying'. The term was first used in the medical field in the late 19th century to describe the practice of preventing contamination by harmful microorganisms. Aseptic techniques have since become standard in medical procedures to ensure patient safety and prevent infections.