STERILIZATION
13 letters · 5 syllables · noun
Definition of STERILIZATION
The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.
A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing.
An instance of a sterilization procedure
"The vet performed several sterilizations this week."
Examples of STERILIZATION in a Sentence
- "The vet performed several sterilizations this week."
Word Details
Is STERILIZATION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, STERILIZATION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: STERILIZATION uses 13 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for STERILIZATION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | t | e | r | i | l | i | z | a | t | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 22 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 24 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in STERILIZATION
100 words from the letters in STERILIZATION
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How to Use STERILIZATION in Word Games
STERILIZATION is worth 22 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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