tampon
[ tam-pon ]
/ ˈtæm pɒn /
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noun
a plug of cotton or the like for insertion into an orifice, wound, etc., chiefly for absorbing blood or stopping hemorrhages.
such a plug used for absorbing menstrual flow, especially one that is manufactured commercially.
a two-headed drumstick for playing rolls.
verb (used with object)
to fill or plug with a tampon.
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Origin of tampon
From French, dating back to 1855–60; see origin at tampion
Words nearby tampon
tamper with, Tampico, Tampico hemp, tamping, tampion, tampon, tamponade, tampur, tam-tam, Tamworth, tan
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British Dictionary definitions for tampon
tampon
/ (ˈtæmpɒn) /
noun
a plug of lint, cotton wool, cotton, etc, inserted into an open wound or body cavity to stop the flow of blood, absorb secretions, etc, esp one inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual blood
verb
(tr) to plug (a wound, etc) with a tampon
Derived forms of tampon
tamponage, nounWord Origin for tampon
C19: via French from Old French tapon a little plug, from tape a plug, of Germanic origin
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Medical definitions for tampon
tampon
[ tăm′pŏn′ ]
n.
A plug of absorbent material inserted into a body cavity or wound to check a flow of blood or to absorb secretions, especially one designed for insertion into the vagina during menstruation.
v.
To plug or stop with a tampon.
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