1. (of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms
   - asepsis, sterility, sterileness 
2. The process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms
   - asepsis

See also: antiseptic

Type of: biological process, organic process, sanitariness

Encyclopedia: Antisepsis

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