What is the meaning of septic?

adjective

  • Containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms.
    • usage: "a septic sore throat"; "a septic environment"; "septic sewage"
  • Of or relating to or caused by putrefaction.
    • usage: "the septic action occurs at the bottom of the septic tank"
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