Ampoule: meaning, definitions and examples

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ampoule

[ ˈæmpuːl ]

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medical

A small sealed glass capsule containing a liquid, especially a measured quantity ready for injecting.

Synonyms

glass container, phial, vial

Examples of usage

The nurse carefully broke the top of the ampoule to prepare the injection.
The doctor drew the medication from the ampoule before administering it to the patient.

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beauty

A small sealed glass container, often used for storing serums or essential oils.

Synonyms

glass container, phial, vial

Examples of usage

She applied the serum using an ampoule for precise dosage.
The ampoule contained a powerful anti-aging formula.

Translations

Translations of the word "ampoule" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ampola

🇮🇳 बल्ब

🇩🇪 Glühbirne

🇮🇩 bola lampu

🇺🇦 лампочка

🇵🇱 żarówka

🇯🇵 電球 (でんきゅう)

🇫🇷 ampoule

🇪🇸 bombilla

🇹🇷 ampul

🇰🇷 전구

🇸🇦 مصباح

🇨🇿 žárovka

🇸🇰 žiarovka

🇨🇳 灯泡 (dēngpào)

🇸🇮 žarnica

🇮🇸 ljósapera

🇰🇿 шам

🇬🇪 ლამპა

🇦🇿 lampa

🇲🇽 foco

Word origin

The word 'ampoule' originated from the French word 'ampoule', which in turn came from the Latin 'ampulla' meaning 'flask'. Ampoules have been used in medicine for centuries to store and administer liquids in a sterile manner. In modern times, ampoules are also popular in the beauty industry for precise dosing of skincare products.