Decontamination

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  • noun. The removal of contaminants.
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  • noun. The process of removing contamination, particularly the cleaning off of dangerous materials.
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  • noun. the removal of contaminants
  • Word Usage
    "Slovakia, for example, has invested substantially in decontamination projects in recent years and is keen to win recognition for its efforts."
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    remotion  removal  
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