pill synonyms

pill

n.

  1. A tablet

    capsule, pilule, pellet; see medicine 2, tablet 3.

  2. *A contraceptive tablet; usually with "the"

    contraceptive pill, oral contraceptive, prophylactic; see contraceptive.

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