Meaning of the word pill in English

What does pill mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pill

US /pɪl/

UK /pɪl/

a small round mass of solid medicine for swallowing whole

Example:

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Take one pill with water after meals.

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The doctor prescribed some sleeping pills.

Synonym:

tablet capsule lozenge medication drug

a small, usually round, object or mass, especially one formed by fibers or hairs on a fabric

Example:

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This sweater is starting to get little pills on it.

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You can use a fabric shaver to remove the pills from your clothes.

Synonym:

fuzzball lint ball bobble

to form into small balls or lumps, especially on fabric

Example:

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This fabric tends to pill easily after a few washes.

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The old blanket started to pill badly.

Synonym:

bobble fuzz lint