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detoxification

de·tox·i·fi·ca·tion [ dee tòksəfi káysh'n ] or de·tox·i·ca·tion [ dee tòksi káysh'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. process of removing or transforming poison: the process of removing a toxic substance from something or counteracting its toxic effects

2. treatment for addict: the process of subjecting somebody or yourself to withdrawal from a toxic or addictive substance such as alcohol or drugs

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