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douche

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douche (dldbomacsh) [Fr.] a stream of water directed against a part of the body or into a cavity.
air douche  a current of air blown into a cavity, particularly into the tympanum to open the eustachian tube.
douche (dsh)
n.
1. A stream of water, often containing medicinal or cleansing agents, that is applied to a body part or cavity for hygienic or therapeutic purposes.
2. An instrument for applying a douche.
v.
To cleanse or treat by means of a douche.
douche
[Fr.] a stream of water or air directed against a part of the body or into a cavity.
air douche
a current of air blown into a cavity, particularly into the tympanum to open the eustachian tube.
vaginal douche
irrigation of the vagina to cleanse the area, to apply medicated solutions to the vaginal mucosa and the cervix.


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