made free from bacteria or other living microorganisms
sterilized jars
(of a person or animal) deprived of the ability to produce offspring, typically by removing or blocking the sex organs
sterilized pets are often easier to train
make (something) free from bacteria or other living microorganisms
babies' feeding equipment can be cleaned and sterilized
deprive (a person or animal) of the ability to produce offspring, typically by removing or blocking the sex organs
she fell pregnant despite having been sterilized