sanitation
UK: ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən | US: ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən
n. the process of maintaining clean and hygienic conditions to prevent disease
n. systems for disposing of sewage and waste
sanit<health> + ation<noun suffix>
- sanit: Derived from Latin sanitas (health), related to sanus (sound, healthy).
- ation: A suffix forming nouns denoting action or condition (e.g., "creation," "education").
Etymology Origin:
The word sanitation traces back to Latin sanitas, reflecting its focus on health. The suffix -ation transforms the root into a noun, emphasizing the systematic process of maintaining cleanliness. Historically, it gained prominence during public health movements in the 19th century, linking hygiene to disease prevention.
Proper sanitation is essential for preventing cholera outbreaks.
The city invested in improving sanitation infrastructure.
Poor sanitation leads to contaminated water sources.
Global organizations promote sanitation in developing countries.
Modern sanitation systems revolutionized urban living.