sanitizer

[ san-i-tahy-zer ]

noun

1. a substance or preparation for killing germs, designed for use especially on food-processing equipment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sanitizer¹

First recorded in 1945–50; sanitize + -er ¹

Example Sentences

But I put an unusual amount of hand sanitizer in my bag every day.

From Los Angeles Times

They endured price spikes for items that were suddenly scarce, such as hand sanitizer, computer equipment and bleach.

From Salon

He said he doesn’t have time to wash his hands at work but puts on hand sanitizer before going home and takes a shower once he arrives.

From Salon

In June and July 2020 — when personal protective equipment such as masks, gloves and hand sanitizer were in short supply — Badsey claimed his Irvine-based company, First Defense International Security Services Corp., could provide millions of boxes of nitrile gloves, according to court documents.

From Los Angeles Times

“This includes washing their hands often or using hand sanitizer, especially before eating, after sneezing or coughing, or when in public places, and considering mask use when in crowded indoor spaces,” the department said.

From Los Angeles Times

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