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lozenge

lo·zenge

UK/ˈlɒzɪnd͡ʒ/ US/ˈlɑzɪnd͡ʒ/ uncommon

noun

1.

a small aromatic or medicated candy

2.

a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet

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Origin

From Middle English losenge, from Old French losenge (“rhombus”), of uncertain origin.

Phrases

  • conversation lozenge
  • lozenge coach
  • throat lozenge

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