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delouse

/dɪˈlaʊz/ verb · British & US
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What does delouse mean?

verb

To remove lice from (someone's hair), typically by using a medicated shampoo. To remove unwanted or troublesome things from a place or situation.

Example

"The nurse deloused the child's hair to prevent the spread of lice to other children."

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