How to Pronounce "hypodermic"

word

ˌhaɪpəˈdɝmɪk

hy-puh-DUR-mik

hˌaɪpədˈɜːmɪk

hy-puh-DUR-mik

Definition

Relating to the area under the skin, or a medical instrument (like a needle or syringe) designed to go under the skin.

American English

ˌhaɪpəˈdɝmɪk

British English

hˌaɪpədˈɜːmɪk

hy-puh-DUR-mik

The nurse used a hypodermic needle to give the injection.

A hypodermic syringe helps deliver medicine beneath the skin.

Doctors use hypodermic equipment for vaccinations.

You can find hypodermic syringes at any pharmacy for medical use.