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LAVAGE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Lavage.

Lavage - as a noun

Washing out a hollow organ (especially the stomach) by flushing with water

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
irrigation11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lavage - as a verb

To wash a hollow organ

Example Sentences

"The doctor recommended a gastric lavage to remove any toxic substances from the patient's stomach."
"The cleansing lavage was performed using a gentle stream of saline solution."
"The lavage procedure helped to clear the airways of the patient and improve breathing."
"After the surgery, the wound was cleaned with a sterile lavage solution."
"The nurse administered a lavage to the patient's bladder to relieve urinary retention."
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Word Game Points

Is LAVAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lavage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LAVAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is LAVAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lavage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LAVAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is LAVAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lavage is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LAVAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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