handsanitation
nounUK /ˌhændˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/
US /ˌhændˌsænəˈteɪʃən/
Washing your hands to keep them clean and free from germs.
Good handsanitation helps stop germs from spreading at school.
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2. The use of hand sanitizer to kill germs when soap and water are not available.
The nurse practiced handsanitation with an alcohol-based gel before seeing the patient.
3. A public health practice of keeping hands clean to prevent disease.
The campaign promoted handsanitation in every household.
4. The act of cleaning hands before handling food.
The chef's handsanitation routine included scrubbing under the nails.