hypodermic
word
Definition
Relating to the area under the skin, or a medical instrument (like a needle or syringe) designed to go under the skin.
Usage & Nuances
Used in medical and scientific contexts, often with 'needle' or 'syringe' ('hypodermic needle'). Not used in casual speech; most people say 'shot' or 'injection' instead.
Spanish: hipodérmico - jeringa (hipodérmica)Portuguese (BR): hipodérmico - seringa (hipodérmica)Portuguese (PT): hipodérmico - seringa (hipodérmica)Chinese (Simplified): 皮下注射的 - 皮下注射針Chinese (Traditional): 皮下注射的 - 皮下注射針Hindi: हाइपोडर्मिक - त्वचागर्त (सुई)Arabic: تَحْتَ الجِلْد - إبرة (تحت الجلد)
Example Sentences
The nurse used a hypodermic needle to give the injection.
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A hypodermic syringe helps deliver medicine beneath the skin.
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Doctors use hypodermic equipment for vaccinations.
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You can find hypodermic syringes at any pharmacy for medical use.
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After finishing, she carefully threw away the hypodermic needle in a special container.
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Some medicines must be given with a hypodermic injection to work properly.
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