3 definitions found From WordNet (r) 2.0 [wn]: aseptic adjective: free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms; "a sterile operating area"; "aseptic surgical instruments"; "aseptic surgical techniques" [syn: {sterile}] From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]: Aseptic \A*sep"tic\, adjective [Pref. a- not + septic.] 1. Not liable to putrefaction; nonputrescent. 2. free from pathogenic microorganisms; sterile; as, aseptic operating conditions. [PJC] 3. [metaphorical] lacking emotion, human warmth, or excitement. [PJC] From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]: Aseptic \A*sep"tic\, noun An aseptic substance.

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