How to Pronounce "ampule"

word

ˈæm.pjul

AM-pyool

ˈæmpjuːl

AM-pyool

Definition

A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of liquid medicine, usually opened right before use.

American English

ˈæm.pjul

British English

ˈæmpjuːl

AM-pyool

The nurse opened an ampule before giving the injection.

This medicine comes in a glass ampule.

Please don’t touch the broken ampule on the table.

Some vitamins are available in ampules for quick injection.