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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

buprenorphine

/bʌprɪˈnɔrfɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does buprenorphine mean?

noun

A medication used to treat opioid addiction and pain, a partial opioid agonist.

Example

"The doctor prescribed buprenorphine to help the patient manage their withdrawal symptoms."

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