Detoxification
Pronunciation: /dɪˌtɑːksɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Detoxification (noun)
- A process that helps the body get rid of harmful substances, often by changing how they are broken down and leaving them through waste.
- Medical care that supports a person stopping an addictive drug, while managing withdrawal symptoms and keeping them safe.
- 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.