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asepsis

Syllabification: (a·sep·sis)
Pronunciation: /āˈsepsis/
Definition of asepsis

noun

  • the absence of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms.
  • the exclusion of bacteria and other microorganisms, typically during surgery. Compare with antisepsis.

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