English-Finnish translations for sterilization

• sterilointi
• sterilisaatio

Definition of sterilization

• The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms
• A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing
• an instance of a sterilization procedure
• A monetary policy operation used to offset a foreign exchange intervention

Examples

• Heat sterilization is used during canning so the food can be safely stored for long periods.
• Spaying a cat is a form of sterilization to limit the population growth.
• The vet performed several sterilizations this week.
• The Federal Reserve is responsible for foreign exchange sterilization.

Related words

• forced sterilization
• coerced sterilization
• compulsory sterilization