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sterile
adjectivemasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/iʃtɨˈɾil/es·té·ril
Definition
11. Incapable of reproducing; that does not bear fruit or offspring. 2. That does not produce useful results; fruitless. 3. Free from microorganisms; aseptic.
Usage examples
“The soil in that region is very sterile.”
“Surgical material must be kept sterile.”
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sterile fieldsterile animalsterile discussionsterile environment