Akademik

acupuncture
1. noun /ˈæ.kju.ˌpʌŋk.ʧɝ/
The insertion of needles into living tissue, especially for remedial purposes.
See Also: acupuncturist
2. verb /ˈæ.kju.ˌpʌŋk.ʧɝ/
To treat with acupuncture.

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