(uncountable) The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.Heat sterilization is used during canning so the food can be safely stored for long periods.
(uncountable) A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing.Spaying a cat is a form of sterilization to limit the population growth.
(countable) an instance of a sterilization procedureThe vet performed several sterilizations this week.
(uncountable) A monetary policy operation used to offset a foreign exchange intervention.The Federal Reserve is responsible for foreign exchange sterilization.
