Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
degerm
verb
dē-ˈjərm
Definition
To remove germs from a surface or object.
Examples
- It is essential to degerm kitchen surfaces to ensure food safety.
- The hand sanitizer claims to degerm your hands in seconds.
Meaning
Degerm means to clean and disinfect something, making it free from bacteria and viruses.
Synonyms
- disinfect
- sanitize
- sterilize
- cleanse
