Definitions
01clean and hygienic
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. clean and free from germs that cause disease.
adj. relating to the maintenance of health and the prevention of disease through cleanliness; free from pathogens.
“The hospital must keep all its equipment in sanitary conditions to prevent infections.”
“Maintaining sanitary standards in food processing facilities is essential to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses across the population.”
Antonyms
02waste management
B2 · Upper Intermediate Technical
adj. relating to the systems that handle human waste and keep water clean.
adj. relating to the systems for the disposal of sewage and the provision of clean water for public health.
“The city invested in a new sanitary sewer system to improve public health.”
“The rapid growth of the urban population has put immense pressure on the existing sanitary infrastructure, leading to frequent water contamination issues.”
03menstrual product
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun British English
n. a pad used by women during their period.
n. an absorbent pad worn by women during menstruation; a shortened form of 'sanitary towel' or 'sanitary pad'.
“The school provides free sanitary products in the girls' bathrooms.”
“The charity campaigns for better access to sanitary towels for girls in developing regions to ensure they do not miss school during their periods.”
Usage
Usually used as a modifier in phrases like 'sanitary products' or 'sanitary bin'.
Real-World Examples
“But the judiciary’s union said the court’s decision was based on factors including the children’s safety, sanitary conditions and education.” Etymology
19th century, borrowed from French sanitaire, formed from Latin sanitas (“health”). Analysable as sanity + -ary.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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