capsule
/ˈkæpsjuːl/noun
A tiny case that holds a single dose of medicine.
Example sentence
- “Take one capsule with water twice a day.”
Also names other small sealed containers: a time capsule, a space capsule, and lately a capsule wardrobe.
Related words
pillA small rounded piece of medicine made to be swallowed easily.tabletA small solid piece of medicine or another substance that is easy to swallow; a pill.vaccineThe act of vaccinating; inoculation to protect against disease.dosageThe giving of medicine in a specific, measured quantity.antisepticAble to stop harmful germs from causing infection.painkillerA medicine taken to reduce or stop pain.