capsules
Pronunciation: [ˈkæp.suːlz]
Context: “medicine”
(noun) a small container or pill that holds medicine. Capsules are used to help people take their medicine more easily. They can be swallowed whole or opened to mix with food.
Example
The doctor gave me capsules to help with my cold, and they work really well.
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I don't like taking capsules because they are hard for me to swallow.
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Can you bring the capsules from the medicine cabinet?
Context: “space exploration”
(noun) a type of spacecraft that carries astronauts or cargo into space. These capsules are designed to protect the people or things inside from the harsh environment of space.
Example
The launch of the space capsule was a huge success, sending astronauts to the International Space Station.
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The older capsules were not as safe as the new ones being used today.
Example
What is the purpose of the space capsule during the mission?
Context: “science”
(noun) a small, sealed container that holds something, like seeds or chemicals. Scientists use capsules to keep things safe and separate until they are needed.
Example
The lab technician used capsules to store the samples for the experiment.
Example
The broken capsule leaked its contents all over the counter.
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How many capsules do we need for the experiment?