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