purple heart
The term 'Purple Heart' primarily refers to a prestigious U.S. military decoration and has other meanings in different contexts, including digital communication and historical slang.
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Definition
B2Military
(formal, honorific)A U.S. military award given to service members who are wounded or killed in action.
Example
- He received a Purple Heart for his bravery during the battle.
A2Digital Communication
(informal, emoji)A heart-shaped purple symbol used to convey love, support, or admiration.
Example
- She sent him a Purple Heart emoji to show her support.
C1Recreational Drug Use
(slang, historical)A term used in the 1960s for a drinamyl tablet taken for recreational purposes.
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