Irrigation (Noun)
Meaning 1
Supplying dry land with water by means of ditches etc.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
(medicine) cleaning a wound or body organ by flushing or washing out with water or a medicated solution.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor performed an irrigation of the wound to remove any debris or bacteria that may have accumulated.
- The nurse used a saline solution for irrigation of the patient's eye to flush out the foreign object.
- Irrigation of the nasal passages with a medicated spray helped to clear out the excess mucus.
- The surgeon used a specialized tool for irrigation of the abdominal cavity to remove any remaining bacteria.
- The patient was instructed to perform daily irrigation of the affected area with sterile water to promote healing.