🚰sanitation

noun
/ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

The systems and practices for maintaining hygiene and public health, especially through clean water and sewage disposal.
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.

Example Sentences

Improving sanitation can reduce the spread of diseases.

Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.

Synonyms

hygiene, cleanliness, health measures, sewerage
Entry 1
hygiene, cleanliness, health measures, sewerage
Entry 2
cleanliness, hygiene

Antonyms

pollution, contamination, filth, dirt
Entry 1
pollution, contamination, filth
Entry 2
filth, dirt

Collocations

sanitation system, sanitation facility, sanitation services, poor sanitation

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