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Definition of sterilizer

sterilizer

/ˈstɛrəˌlaɪzər/
(UK: steriliser)
ster · i · liz · er
Plural:sterilizers
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Adjective:sterilizing
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sterilizer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An apparatus or device, such as an autoclave or steam unit, used to destroy bacteria and other microorganisms on medical instruments, laboratory equipment, or baby bottles.

Example

"The dental assistant placed the surgical tools inside the steam sterilizer after the procedure."

2

A chemical substance or agent used to eliminate germs, fungi, and other microorganisms from surfaces or liquids.

Example

"The brewery uses a food-grade chemical sterilizer to clean the fermentation tanks between batches."

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• Rhymes for sterilizer

• Nearby Words

sterility
sterilization
sterilize
sterilizer
sterlet
sterlet sturgeon
sterling

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb sterilize (ultimately from Latin sterilis, meaning 'barren' or 'unfruitful') combined with the agent suffix -er.

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