I. ˈsanəˌterē, -ri adjective
Etymology: French sanitaire, from Latin sanitas health + French -aire -ary
: of or relating to health : for or relating to the preservation or restoration of health : occupied with measures or equipment for improving conditions that influence health : free from or effective in preventing or checking an agent (as filth or infection) injurious to health : hygienic
Synonyms: see healthful
II. noun
( -es )
: a water closet, urinal, or similar equipment fitted with sanitary plumbing