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gavage

/ˈɡævɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does gavage mean?

noun

The act of feeding a person or animal through a tube inserted into the stomach, often used in medical settings. A method of feeding a person or animal through a tube inserted into the stomach.

Example

"The nurse used gavage to feed the patient who was unable to eat normally."

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