CEFR B2

sanitation

noun

Meaning

The systems and services that keep a place clean and hygienic, especially by dealing with sewage and waste disposal.

Examples

The lack of proper sanitation in the refugee camp led to a cholera outbreak.
Improving urban sanitation is crucial for public health.

Synonyms: cleanliness, hygiene, public health, sanitary conditions

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sanitation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsænɪˈteɪʃn/

Definition

The systems and services that keep a place clean and hygienic, especially by dealing with sewage and waste disposal.

Examples

The lack of proper sanitation in the refugee camp led to a cholera outbreak.
Improving urban sanitation is crucial for public health.
The government is investing in new sanitation infrastructure to serve the growing population.

How to Use sanitation

sanitation of (prepositional phrase): Referring to the sanitation services or conditions of a specific place or area. — "The sanitation of the hospital wards must be maintained at the highest standard."
sanitation services (collocation): The systems and facilities that provide waste removal and hygienic conditions. — "The municipality provides essential sanitation services to all residents."

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