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Definition of Thermophore
1. n. An apparatus for conveying heat, as a case containing material which retains its heat for a considerable period.
Medical Definition of Thermophore
1. 1. An arrangement for applying heat to a part; consists of a water heater, a tube conveying hot water to a coil, and another tube conducting the water back to the heater. 2. A flat bag containing certain salts that produce heat when moistened; used as a substitute for the hot-water bag. Origin: thermo-+ G. Phoros, bearing (05 Mar 2000)
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