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chlorination

chlo·ri·na·tion

UK/ˌklɒ.ɹɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

the addition or substitution of chlorine in organic compounds

2.

disinfection of water by the addition of small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound

Origin

From chlorinate + -ion.

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