Word Type

Verb

The word "sterilize" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Derived From

sterile

Context

biology

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

disinfect operate operate on

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

castrate desex emasculate fix geld neuter spay splay

Manner Of

disinfect operate on

Related Terms

birth control castrate castrato copulate eunuch procreate procreation spay sterile sterilization

Related Terms

birth control castrate castrato eunuch procreate procreation spay sterile sterilization

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