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Viagra

veye-AG-ruh

Viagra (name) means a brand name for the drug sildenafil citrate, prescribed to treat erectile dysfunction. Example: “He was prescribed Viagra by his doctor after a routine check-up.”

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A brand name for the drug sildenafil citrate, prescribed to treat erectile dysfunction.

"He was prescribed Viagra by his doctor after a routine check-up."

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In plain EnglishA well-known brand-name medication used to treat erectile dysfunction.

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Etymology

A marketing name of uncertain origin, possibly echoing words like "vigour," "virility," and "Niagara."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Viagra” mean?

The word “Viagra” means a brand name for the drug sildenafil citrate, prescribed to treat erectile dysfunction. In plain terms, a well-known brand-name medication used to treat erectile dysfunction.

How do you pronounce “Viagra”?

“Viagra” is pronounced veye-AG-ruh (/vaɪˈæɡɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Viagra” in a sentence?

Here is “Viagra” used in a sentence: “He was prescribed Viagra by his doctor after a routine check-up.”

What part of speech is “Viagra”?

“Viagra” is a name.

Is “Viagra” a common word?

“Viagra” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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