Meaning of the word lavage in English
What does lavage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lavage
US /ləˈvɑːʒ/
UK /ləˈvɑːʒ/
Noun
the washing out of a body cavity, such as the stomach or colon, with water or a medicated solution
Example:
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Gastric lavage was performed to remove the ingested toxins.
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The doctor recommended a nasal lavage for his chronic sinusitis.