
Purify
Practical Uses
Purify often refers to making water or air safe and clean for use.

Charcoal filters are used to purify drinking water.
Beyond Cleaning
Purify implies removing harmful substances, not just dirt or mess.

Industrial plants must purify wastewater before releasing it.
Health Safety
In health contexts, purify stresses the elimination of germs and bacteria.

Hospitals often use UV light to purify the air in rooms.
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