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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

suctioning

/sʌkˈʃənɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does suctioning mean?

verb

The act of creating a partial vacuum to draw in or remove something, typically using a suction device. The act of removing fluid or debris from a surface or object using suction.

Example

"The nurse began suctioning the patient's airway to clear the blockage."

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