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pill

/pɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does pill mean?

noun

A small solid dose of medicine, especially one in the form of a small pellet or capsule, taken orally to cure or prevent disease. A small object, such as a marble or a bead, used for a particular purpose.

Example

"She took a pill to help her sleep."

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