Pronunciation: [sˌanɪtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
The word "sanitation" is spelled with an "s" followed by an "a" that makes a short "æ" sound, then a "n" followed by another short "æ" sound made by the letter "i". The "t" and "i" letters make a "sh" sound - /ʃ/. After that, we have an "ey" digraph that sounds like a long "a" - /eɪ/, followed by "sh" once again, and an "n" to end the word. In IPA phonetic transcription, "sanitation" is spelled as /ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/.
Sanitation refers to the set of practices and conditions that promote public health and the maintenance of cleanliness in various environments, such as homes, communities, and public spaces. It involves the management of human waste, solid waste, and wastewater, as well as the provision of clean water supply and appropriate hygiene practices.
In terms of human waste management, sanitation focuses on the safe and proper disposal of feces and urine to prevent the spread of diseases and contamination of water sources. This may involve the use of flush toilets, pit latrines, or other appropriate sanitation facilities. Additionally, it encompasses the maintenance of cleanliness in these facilities, ensuring regular cleaning, and blocking potential breeding grounds for disease-causing organisms.
The proper management of solid waste is also an integral part of sanitation. It involves the collection, transportation, and disposal of garbage, waste, and other discarded materials, aiming to prevent the build-up of waste that can attract pests, spread diseases, or harm the environment. This may include recycling or appropriate treatment of waste to minimize its negative impact on human health and the ecosystem.
Furthermore, sanitation encompasses measures to maintain clean water supply and promote hygiene practices. It involves the provision of safe drinking water and proper water treatment methods to prevent waterborne diseases. It also includes promoting good personal hygiene practices, such as handwashing with soap, to prevent the transmission of diseases.
Overall, sanitation plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health, preventing the spread of diseases, and ensuring a clean and hygienic environment for individuals and communities.
The employment of measures designed to promote health and prevent disease; practical hygiene, assanation.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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The word sanitation comes from the Latin word sanitatio, which means cleanliness or public health. It is derived from the Latin word sanus, meaning sound or healthy.
