1. the process of making something clean and free from bacteria or other harmful microorganisms
2. the process of removing or altering content considered inappropriate or offensive
Usage: often used in media or publishing contexts

Examples

• The hospital requires thorough sanitization of all medical equipment.
• Hand sanitization became a daily routine during the pandemic.
• The restaurant follows strict sanitization protocols in the kitchen.
• The sanitization of the water supply prevented disease outbreaks.
• Critics argued that the sanitization of the historical account removed important details.
• The movie underwent sanitization before its television broadcast.
• Proper sanitization of surfaces helps prevent the spread of germs.