Detoxification

Pronunciation: /dɪˌtɑːksɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Detoxification (noun)

  1. A process that helps the body get rid of harmful substances, often by changing how they are broken down and leaving them through waste.
  2. Medical care that supports a person stopping an addictive drug, while managing withdrawal symptoms and keeping them safe.
  3. A treatment used to remove or reduce dangerous chemicals in water, soil, or waste materials.

Examples

  • Detoxification helps the body remove toxins.
  • The body needs detoxification to clear harmful substances.