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sanitation definition

sani·ta·tion (san′ə tā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. the science and practice of effecting healthful and hygienic conditions; study and use of hygienic measures such as drainage, ventilation, pure water supply, etc.
  2. drainage and disposal of sewage

Etymology: sanit(ary) + -ation

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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