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Suppository

Definition:

A suppository is a medication or substance that is inserted into the rectum, vagina, or urethra, where it dissolves or melts to deliver medication or treat various conditions.

Senses:

Sense 1:

[Medical] A solid or semi-solid medication or treatment form that is inserted into the rectum, vagina, or urethra.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed a suppository to alleviate her constipation.

Sense 2:

[Medical] A medication or treatment form designed to dissolve or melt after insertion into the body.

Example sentence: I prefer using suppositories for treating certain vaginal infections as they provide direct relief.

Sense 3:

[Informal] Something or someone disliked or unwelcome.

Example sentence: That meeting was a suppository of boredom, I couldn't wait for it to end.

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