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probing

[proh-bing] / ˈproʊ bɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
acute
Synonyms
STRONGEST
astute discerning incisive insightful penetrating perceptive piercing subtle trenchant
STRONG
discriminating keen smart
WEAK
canny clever ingenious intense intuitive judicious observant perspicacious quick-witted sensitive sharp
Antonyms
STRONGEST
gentle idiotic kind nice stupid unintelligent weak
STRONG
dull

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Introduction of Bougies.—Œsophageal bougies or probangs are used for diagnostic purposes in cases of suspected stricture, and to aid in the detection of foreign bodies.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander

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