purification
/ˌpjʊərɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/noun
उच्चारण प्युअरिफ़िकेशन
शुद्धिकरण, शोधन
Core word
noun
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[U]
the process of making something pure by removing substances that are dirty, harmful or not wanted
शुद्धिकरण, शोधन
- a water purification plant
- the purification of drinking water by boiling
- Purification of river water costs the city a great deal.
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- Chlorine is used for the purification of tap water.
- The plant handles the purification of oil.
Synonyms cleansing filtration refinement
Opposite contamination pollution
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[U]
the act of making somebody spiritually clean, especially in a religious ceremony
(धार्मिक) शुद्धि, पवित्रीकरण
- Bathing in the river is seen as an act of purification.
- Ritual purification takes place before the main ceremony begins.
- Pilgrims bathe in the holy river for purification.
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- The ritual of purification lasts for three days.
- Many faiths have a rite of purification.
Synonyms cleansing sanctification