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Ampulle

ampoule, glass vial

noun am-POO-leh Rare

Origin: from Latin ampulla

Usage Note

Ampulle is the sealed glass or plastic container used to store single-dose injectable medications. In pharmacy and nursing, one zieht die Ampulle auf (draws up the ampoule) before injection.

Examples

"Die Krankenschwester öffnete die Ampulle und zog den Wirkstoff in die Spritze auf."

Natural Translation

The nurse opened the ampoule and drew the active ingredient into the syringe.

Literal Translation

The nurse opened the ampoule and drew the active substance into the syringe.

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