Listerism

[ lis-tuh-riz-uhm ]

noun

1. an antiseptic method introduced by Joseph Lister, involving the spraying of the parts under operation with a carbolic acid solution.

Listerism

/ ˈlɪstəˌrɪzəm /

noun

1. surgery the use of or theory of using antiseptic techniques

Word History and Origins

Origin of Listerism¹

First recorded in 1875–80; Lister + -ism

Example Sentences

This is begging the question, for simple cleanliness, "chemical cleanliness," is all that Listerism purports to accomplish.

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It certainly has done that, and in no less degree than was afterward accomplished by Listerism.

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One more point must be considered before pronouncing Listerism to be superseded.

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