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ampoules

|am-poules|

🇺🇸

/ˈæmpuːlz/

🇬🇧

/ˈæmpjuːlz/

(ampoule)

small sealed vial

Base Form	Plural
ampoule	ampoules

Etymology

Etymology Information

'ampoule' originates from French, specifically the word 'ampoule', where 'ampoule' meant 'small bottle'.

Historical Evolution

'ampoule' changed from the French word 'ampoule' and eventually became the modern English word 'ampoule'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'small bottle', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small sealed vial'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small sealed vial which is used to contain and preserve a sample, usually a solid or liquid.

The nurse carefully broke the ampoule to administer the medication.

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Last updated: 2025/07/24 02:21