stomach pump

noun Medicine/Medical.

a suction pump for removing the contents of the stomach, used especially in cases of poisoning.

Origin of stomach pump

First recorded in 1815–25

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Examples from the Web for stomach pump

Historical Examples of stomach pump

If a stomach-pump were used or an antidote given, he might not die.
English: Composition and Literature
W. F. (William Franklin) Webster
He took the stomach-pump and applied it; but she was too far gone.
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art
Various
If this does not succeed, the stomach-pump should be applied.
Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II
Arnold Cooley
By this act of presence of mind, she saved her husband's stomach-pump.
Ralph Denham's Adventures in Burma
George Norway
The stomach-pump is the older method, and still has its advocates.
A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II
Various

British Dictionary definitions for stomach pump

stomach pump

noun

med a suction device for removing stomach contents by a tube inserted through the mouth

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stomach pump in Medicine

stomach pump

An apparatus for removing the contents of the stomach by means of suction.