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Pill Definition & Meaning

pill
noun
  1. something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size
  2. a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet
  3. a unpleasant or tiresome person
  4. something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured; "his competitor's success was a bitter pill to take"
  5. a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception

"Pill" in song lyrics

See how pill is used in real songs:

  • "Drip liquid, pick up a park pill"
    3rd Bass — Soul in the Hole
  • "So she switch from the patch and started takin' the pill"
    88 Keys f/ Phonte — Close Call
  • "It's time to build, so take this chill pill"
    Above the Law — Ballin'

Usage tips for "pill"

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Frequently asked questions

What does pill mean?
something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet a unpleasant or tiresome person something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured; "his competitor's success was a bitter pill to take" a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception
What part of speech is pill?
Pill is a noun.
How many definitions does pill have?
Pill has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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