aseptic
asep·tic
adjective
1.
free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms
- “a sterile operating area”
- “aseptic surgical instruments”
- “aseptic surgical techniques”
Origin
From a- + septic.
Phrases
- aseptic meningitis
- aseptic necrosis
- aseptic technique
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