Dictionary entryCEFR B1noun
hygiene
IPA pronunciation: /ˈhaɪdʒiːn/
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English definition
The practice of keeping yourself and your surroundings clean to prevent disease.
Example
Good personal hygiene is important for staying healthy.
Collocations
- personal hygiene
- food hygiene
- hygiene standards
- oral hygiene
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