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Acupuncture

Definition:

Acupuncture refers to a traditional Chinese medical practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points of the body to alleviate pain, promote relaxation, and restore balance in the body's energy flow.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. The practice of using thin needles inserted into specific points of the body to stimulate and restore the body's energy flow.
2. A treatment method in traditional Chinese medicine that aims to alleviate pain and promote overall well-being.

Verb:

1. To perform acupuncture on someone as a medical treatment.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

Acupuncture is often sought as an alternative therapy to relieve chronic pain, reduce stress, and improve overall health and wellness.

Sample Sentence 1 (Noun):

Many people turn to acupuncture to treat their migraines and experience relief from the debilitating pain.

Sample Sentence 2 (Verb):

The skilled practitioner acupunctured the patient's back to target the specific meridians believed to be causing the discomfort.

Local Usage:

In certain communities, acupuncture is not only used as a medical treatment but also as a complementary therapy to address specific health conditions.

Sample Sentence 1 (Noun):

The local clinic offers acupuncture services to enhance the effectiveness of their patients' traditional medical treatments.

Sample Sentence 2 (Verb):

The acupuncturist needled the patient's ankle to target the local qi blockage and improve circulation in the affected area.

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