How to Pronounce "bolus"
word
ˈboʊɫəs
BOH-luhs
bˈəʊləs
BOH-luhs
Definition
A bolus is a small, rounded mass of something, especially food that has been chewed and is ready to be swallowed, or a single large dose of medicine given all at once.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊɫəs
British English
bˈəʊləs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOH-luhs
UK
BOH-luhs
Listen in Context
After chewing, the food becomes a bolus ready to swallow.
The nurse gave the patient a bolus of medicine.
Swallow the bolus carefully to avoid choking.
The doctor ordered a saline bolus to treat her dehydration.