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Definition of hygienic

hygienic

/haɪˈdʒiː.nɪk/
hy · gi · en · ic
Adverb:hygienically
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1

Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean and free from pathogens or germs.

Example

"Hospital kitchens must adhere to strict hygienic standards when preparing meals for patients."

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hygiene
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hygienist

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-19th century from French hygiénique, ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek hygieinē ('of health'), named after Hygieia, the Greek goddess of health and cleanliness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hygienic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hygienic
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