PILLE Meaning and
Definition
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Pille is a noun in the German language, derived from the verb "pellen," which means "to peel." Pille primarily refers to a small, solid medication or pill designed for oral consumption. It is commonly used to administer pharmaceutical substances, enabling the easy ingestion of therapeutic agents for the treatment of various diseases or medical conditions. Pills are typically formulated by combining active ingredients with excipients to ensure stability and ease of administration. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, often coated for easier swallowing or to mask unpleasant tastes.
In a broader sense, pille can also refer to any small, solid object resembling a pill in shape or size. For instance, it can describe tiny cylindrical objects or pills of various compositions used in industrial or manufacturing processes. Additionally, in figurative language, it is occasionally used colloquially to refer to something that is easily overlooked or insignificant.
The term pille is widely recognized and commonly utilized in the German language, particularly when discussing pharmaceuticals and medication. Its usage extends beyond the confines of drugs alone, allowing for metaphorical interpretations in different contexts.
Etymology of PILLE
The word "pille" has roots in Old English, Middle English, and Old French. In Old English, "pille" (pronounced as "pil-leh") referred to a small, globular object or pellet. It originated from the Old English word "pyll", which meant a small ball or a pill-shaped object.The word "pille" transitioned to Middle English as "pil" (pronounced as "pil"), still meaning a small ball or pellet. During this period, the word also started to be used in the medical sense to describe a medicinal substance in a small, rounded form.In the 14th century, the Middle English word "pil" was borrowed from Old French, where it was spelled as "pilule" (pronounced as "pee-lool") or "pillule". The French word had the same meaning of a small medicinal ball or tablet.
Similar spelling words for PILLE
- PILI,
- pillow,
- pill,
- pilau,
- pilea,
- pillai,
- pilaw,
- paille,
- Piehl,
- pilla,
- pile,
- piel.
