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Suction (Verb)

Meaning 1

Remove or draw away by the force of suction; "the doctors had to suction the water from the patient's lungs".

Classification

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

Examples

  • The doctors had to suction the water from the patient's lungs.
  • The medical team used a suction device to clear the victim's airway.
  • During the surgery, the anesthesiologist had to suction the patient's mouth to clear the saliva.
  • The paramedics quickly suctioned the patient's airway to ensure breathing was possible.
  • The dentist used a suction tube to remove the bacteria and debris from the infected tooth.

Related Words

  • Suction (noun)

Meaning 2

Empty or clean (a body cavity) by the force of suction; "suction the uterus in an abortion".

Classification

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

Examples

  • The doctor had to suction the uterus to remove the remaining tissue.
  • A suction procedure is sometimes necessary to clean out the uterus after a miscarriage.
  • In this rare case, the surgeon may suction the sinus cavity to clear blockages.
  • She underwent a suction procedure to clear mucus from her airways.
  • Suction is often used to remove debris and fluid from the abdominal cavity during surgery.

Hypernyms

  • Void
  • Empty

Related Words

  • Suction (noun)
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