to sanitize
01
消毒, 清洁
to clean something thoroughly to reduce or eliminate germs, bacteria, or other harmful microorganisms
Transitive: to sanitize sth
例子
After preparing raw meat, it 's important to sanitize the cutting board to prevent cross-contamination.
准备生肉后，重要的是要消毒砧板以防止交叉污染。
Restaurants sanitize tables and chairs between customers to ensure a clean dining environment.
餐厅在顾客之间消毒桌子和椅子，以确保清洁的用餐环境。
02
净化, 缓和
to modify or adjust something considered unpleasant or offensive, making it more acceptable
Transitive: to sanitize something offensive
Disapproving例子
The company sanitized the details of the scandal to protect their reputation.
公司净化了丑闻的细节以保护他们的声誉。
She sanitized her speech, leaving out any controversial topics.
她净化了自己的演讲，省略了任何有争议的话题。
