khử trùng

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The Vietnamese word "khử trùng" means "to sterilize." It refers to the process of making something free from bacteria, viruses, and other harmful microorganisms. This term is commonly used in medical, scientific, and hygiene contexts.

Usage Instructions:

• As a Verb: "khử trùng" is used to describe the action of sterilizing tools, surfaces, or environments to ensure they are safe and free from germs.
• Common Contexts: Hospitals, laboratories, kitchens, and when cleaning items that must be very hygienic.

Example:

• "Chúng ta cần khử trùng các dụng cụ trước khi phẫu thuật." (We need to sterilize the instruments before the surgery.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, "khử trùng" can be related to specific methods or techniques, such as: - "khử trùng bằng hơi nước" (steam sterilization) - "khử trùng bằng hóa chất" (chemical sterilization)

Word Variants:

• Noun Form: "sự khử trùng" means "the act of sterilization" or "sterilization."
• Adjective Form: "đã khử trùng" means "sterilized."

Different Meanings:

While "khử trùng" primarily refers to sterilization in a medical or hygienic sense, it can also have a broader meaning in metaphorical contexts, such as "cleansing" or "purifying" something in a non-physical sense.

Synonyms:

• "tiệt trùng" is another term that means "to sterilize," often used interchangeably with "khử trùng."
• "làm sạch" means "to clean," but this is a broader term and does not specifically imply sterilization.

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verb

1. to sterilize