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Meaning of tampon

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tampon

Pronunciation:[ˈtʰæmpɒn][ˈtʰæmpɑn]

noun

Definitions

  1. A plug of cotton or other absorbent material inserted into a body cavity or wound to absorb fluid, especially one inserted in the vagina during menstruation.

  2. A double-headed drumstick primarily for the bass drum.

  3. An inking pad used in lithographic printing.

verb

Definitions

  1. To plug (a wound) with a tampon or compress.