Acupuncture
/ˈækjʊpʌŋkʃər/
nounBeginner📊CommonMedical Treatment
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A system of traditional Chinese medicine that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to relieve pain and treat illness.
/ˈækjʊpʌŋkʃər/
nounneutralBeginner
Medical Treatment
Traditional Chinese medicine treatment
She underwent acupuncture sessions for chronic migraines.
💡 Simply: Using tiny needles to help your body heal.
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Acupuncture is a holistic approach to healthcare.
How It's Used
Medical
"The doctor recommended acupuncture to alleviate her back pain."
Alternative Medicine
"Acupuncture is a popular alternative therapy for various ailments."
From Latin acus "needle" + punctura "pricking, puncture". The practice itself originates in ancient China.
Acupuncture has been practiced in China for thousands of years, with evidence dating back to ancient texts.
Memory tip
Think 'acu' for needle and 'puncture' for pricking.
Word Origin
Original meaning
"acus (needle) + punctura (pricking, puncture)"
acupuncture treatmentacupuncture needlesacupuncture point
Common misspellings
acupuntureacupunctreacupuncturee
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