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Definition of sanitation

sanitation

/ˌsæn.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
san · i · ta · tion
Adverb:sanitarily
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Adjective:sanitary
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sanitation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate disposal of sewage and waste.

Example

"Investments in clean water and proper sanitation have dramatically reduced the spread of waterborne diseases in the region."

2

The municipal or commercial system and equipment used for collecting and disposing of garbage, sewage, and other refuse.

Example

"The city council voted to allocate additional funds to modernize the municipal sanitation department's fleet of trucks."

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sanitarium
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sanitization
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sanitizer

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century from the adjective 'sanitary', ultimately deriving from Latin 'sanitas' (health), from 'sanus' (healthy, sound).

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