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a tablet or capsule containing chemical substances that aid in reducing or controlling body weight, usually by suppressing the appetite.[1965-70]
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diet pill — a tablet or capsule containing chemical substances that aid in reducing or controlling body weight, usually by suppressing the appetite. [1965 70] * * * diet pill, U.S. any of various hormones, diuretics, or other drugs in tablet form, prescribed … Useful english dictionary
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