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Ampoules

Noun:

1. A small airtight glass or plastic container used for storing liquid medications or cosmetics.

Example sentence:

She broke an ampoule of the vaccine and carefully poured its contents into the syringe.

2. A small glass vial used to preserve a solution for laboratory experiments or chemical analysis.

Example sentence:

The chemist used ampoules to hold various reagents for the experiment.

3. A sealed bulb-like glass container, used to hold a small quantity of a liquid substance, typically used for injections.

Example sentence:

The nurse swiftly cracked open an ampoule and injected the medicine into the patient's arm.

Adjective:

1. Popular or widely used.

Example sentence:

The skincare brand's ampoules have become a popular choice for many beauty enthusiasts.

2. Pertaining to a specific locality or community.

Example sentence:

The traditional recipe for the dish uses local ampoules of spices that are grown in the region.

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