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sanitation

[ san-i-tey-shuhn ]

noun

  1. the development and application of sanitary measures for the sake of cleanliness, protecting health, etc.
  2. the disposal of sewage and solid waste.


sanitation

/ ˌæɪˈٱɪʃə /

noun

  1. the study and use of practical measures for the preservation of public health
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Word History and Origins

Origin of sanitation1

First recorded in 1840–50; sanit(ary) + -ation
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“We agreed to reinforce our joint actions,” Bárcena said, “to accelerate the projects to address the sanitation of Rio Tijuana for the well-being of our communities.”

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Ridge also alleged he had raised concerns over sanitation issues and handling of bodies at the hospital.

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Meanwhile, in Afghanistan, millions are losing access to crucial humanitarian support — including food and sanitation services.

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For anyone paying the slightest attention, it’s clear our global society is quickly devolving, reverting back to a time before antibiotics and widespread sanitation.

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The best way to avoid a resistant infection is to avoid infection altogether, which means higher levels of immunisation, water sanitation and hygiene are needed, he adds.

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