bioclean

English

Etymology

From bio- +‎ clean.

Adjective

bioclean (not comparable)

1. Kept free from biological contaminants.
   • 1966, Spacecraft Sterilization Technology, page 516:

     The heat sensitive components, however, must be handled in a bioclean manner at all times until they can be encased in a biobarrier.

   • 2009, Joseph A. Angelo, The Facts on File Dictionary of Space Technology, Revised Edition, page 47:

     A bioclean room is operated with emphasis on minimizing airborne viable and nonviable particle generation or concentrations to specified levels.