noun
- a device or substance used to destroy microorganisms and make something sterile
Examples
- The hospital uses an autoclave sterilizer for surgical instruments.
- She put the baby bottles in the UV sterilizer.
- The dental office invested in a new steam sterilizer.
- Hand sterilizer dispensers are placed throughout the building.
- The laboratory technician operated the chemical sterilizer carefully.
- A portable sterilizer is essential for camping trips.