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Definition
A common name for the sleeping pill zopiclone.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sedative-hypnotic drug Zopiclone, which is shaped like a small, white, oval pill resembling a melon seed. It is a common piece of medical slang used by patients and pharmacists alike in Hong Kong. Be aware that it is a controlled substance, so using this term casually in a non-medical context can sound quite serious.
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He couldn't sleep all night and had to take a Zopiclone to do so.
Did you take a Zopiclone? Why are you so sleepy?
Related words
Common phrases
to take a Zopiclone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with actual melon seeds eaten as a snack, which are called 瓜子. Context is crucial because the literal meaning is a common food item.
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