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hygiene

nounfemininegeneral usevery common/i.ˈʒjɛ.nɨ/hi·gi·e·ne

Definition

1

Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness.

Usage examples

“Good personal hygiene includes regular hand washing.”
“Food hygiene regulations are strictly enforced.”

Common combinations

personal hygieneoral hygienefood hygienehygiene standards