A douche can refer to a medical washing device, the washing action itself, or the irrigationthe process of washing out a body cavity or area with liquid procedurea particular medical method or series of steps used on part of the body. The noun and verb are closely related, but they are not all the same sense, so it helps to separate them when looking for the right meaning or synonyma word with the same or nearly the same meaning.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /doosh/
Easy pronunciation: DOOSH (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, so the whole word is stressed.
Noun: the device used to wash out a body cavity.
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Douche Meaning
a device used to wash out a body cavity
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a small syringe with detachable nozzles used for vaginal lavage or enemas
Example: The old medical kit included a douche with several attachments.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- douche bag — The only supplied synonym for the device sense, though it is old-fashioned and can also mean something else in modern slang.
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Other Meanings of Douche
Meaning 2
to wash a body cavity with a spray of water
Part of speech: verb
Definition: direct a spray of water into a bodily cavity for cleaning
Example: The nurse douched the wound carefully with sterile water.
Meaning 3
a medical washing treatment using water or a medicated solution
Part of speech: noun
Definition: irrigation with a jet of water or medicated solution into or around a body part, especially the vagina, to treat infection or cleanse
Example: The doctor recommended a douche to help treat the infection.
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Douche Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- douche bag
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse the medical noun and verb senses with the slang insult that uses the same spelling in modern English.
- The noun can mean the device or the procedure, depending on context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does douche mean?
It can mean a small medical syringe or washing device, the act of washing a body cavity with water, or the irrigation treatment itself. The exact meaning depends on whether it is used as a noun or a verb.
What are the synonyms of douche?
For the device sense, the supplied synonym is douche bag. The other senses in the provided data do not have reliable direct synonyms.
Is douche always a rude word?
No. In medical use, it refers to a washing device, a washing action, or a cleansing treatment. The rude slang sense is different and should not be mixed with these definitions.
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