English · Body & Health
sanitation
/ˌsæn.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌsæn.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/]
public cleanliness systems
Advancednoun
Definition
The system of keeping places clean and healthy, especially by providing clean water and removing waste and sewage.
Example
Poor sanitation in the crowded camp led to the rapid spread of disease among residents.
Poor sanitation in the crowded camp led to the rapid spread of disease among residents.
Etymology
From Latin 'sanitas' (health), via French, entering English in the mid-19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in public health, urban planning, and development contexts.