Cleanliness
Cleanliness
Cleanliness (/klɛnliːnɪs/) is a state of being clean and free from dirt, and the habit of achieving and maintaining that state.
Etymology
The term "cleanliness" derives from the Old English clǣnlīce meaning clear, pure, or clean.
Definition
Cleanliness is both the abstract state of being clean and free from germs, dirt, trash, or waste, and the habit of achieving and maintaining that state. Cleanliness is often achieved through cleaning. Cleanliness is a good quality, as indicated by the aphorism: "Cleanliness is next to Godliness", and may be regarded as contributing to other ideals such as 'health' and 'beauty'.
Importance
In the context of human health, cleanliness is related to hygiene and disease prevention. Washing is one way of achieving physical cleanliness, usually with water and often some kind of soap or detergent. Procedures of cleanliness are of utmost importance in many forms of manufacturing.
Related Terms
- Hygiene: Conditions and practices that help to maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
- Sanitation: The process of keeping places clean and healthy, especially by providing a sewage system and a clean water supply.
- Sterilization: Any process that eliminates, removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life and other biological agents.
- Disinfection: The process of cleaning something, especially with a chemical, in order to destroy bacteria.
- Antiseptic: Substances that apply on living tissues and cells to destroy any types of infections or sepsis which are caused by bacteria.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cleanliness
- Wikipedia's article - Cleanliness
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