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Definition of Purple heart
1. Noun. A United States military decoration awarded to any member of the armed forces who is wounded in action.
Exact synonyms: Order Of The Purple Heart
Generic synonyms: Decoration, Laurel Wreath, Medal, Medallion, Palm, Ribbon
Generic synonyms: Decoration, Laurel Wreath, Medal, Medallion, Palm, Ribbon
2. Noun. A long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative.
Exact synonyms: Luminal, Phenobarbital, Phenobarbitone, Sodium Thiopental
Generic synonyms: Barbiturate
Generic synonyms: Barbiturate