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septic

adjectivetechnicaluncommon/ˈsɛptiku/sep·ti·co

Definition

1

Infected with microorganisms, especially bacteria; relating to sepsis.

Usage examples

“The wound became septic and required antibiotics.”
“A septic tank collects and breaks down household waste.”

Common combinations

septic shockseptic tankseptic system