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sanitary

Pronunciation: [ˈsænɪˌtɛri]

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Learn how to use sanitary in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “health”

(adjective) related to cleanliness and keeping things clean to help prevent illness. When something is sanitary, it means it is safe and healthy to use or eat from.

Example

The hospital has very sanitary conditions to ensure that patients stay healthy.

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The kitchen was not sanitary and had many germs that could make people sick.

Example

Is the water in this area sanitary for drinking?

Context: “regulation”

(adjective) following health and safety rules to keep things clean and safe. This use often involves places like restaurants or factories.

Example

The restaurant passed its inspection showing it meets all sanitary regulations.

Example

If a restaurant doesn’t follow sanitary regulations, it can be shut down.

Example

What are the sanitary regulations that food places must follow?

How to pronounce sanitary

Pronunciation: [ˈsænɪˌtɛri]

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