No. 2,864 in Polish

lek

The Polish word "lek" means "medicine" or "drug" in English.

In a sentence

Lek pomaga w złagodzeniu bólu.
The medication helps alleviate pain.
Here, 'lek' is used to mean 'medication' or 'medicine' in a medical context.
Ma lek przed lataniem samolotami.
He has a fear of flying in airplanes.
In this sentence, 'lek' is used to mean 'fear' or 'anxiety' about a specific situation.
Ten nowy lek może być przełomem w leczeniu.
This new drug could be a breakthrough in treatment.
Once again, 'lek' signifies 'medicine' or 'drug,' referring to a pharmaceutical product.

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