Definition of DISINFECT

disinfect

Meanings

Verb

  • destroy microorganisms or pathogens by cleansing
    • "disinfect a wound"
  • To sterilize by the use of cleaning agent.

Origin / Etymology

From English dis- + infect, from Middle French desinfecter.

Antonyms

infect

Scrabble Score: 15

disinfect is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
disinfect is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
disinfect is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

disinfect is a valid Words With Friends word