injection
word
/ˌɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/
in-JEK-shuhn
/ɪndʒˈɛkʃən/
in-JEK-shuhn
Definition
An injection is a method of putting medicine or another substance into the body, usually by using a needle and syringe. It can also refer to the act of adding something into a system.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in medical contexts: 'get an injection,' 'give an injection.' Also used in technical areas (fuel injection in cars). Informal alternatives: 'shot.' Singular; 'injections' (plural) for multiple doses.
Spanish: inyecciónPortuguese (BR): injeçãoPortuguese (PT): injeçãoChinese (Simplified): 注射Chinese (Traditional): 注射Hindi: इंजेक्शनArabic: حقنةBengali: ইনজেকশনRussian: инъекцияJapanese: 注射Vietnamese: tiêmKorean: 주사Turkish: enjeksiyonUrdu: انجیکشنIndonesian: injeksi
Example Sentences
He is afraid of getting an injection.
basic
This medicine is only available as an injection.
basic
The doctor said I need a flu injection before winter.
natural
My car has fuel injection instead of a carburetor.
natural
The nurse gave me an injection in my arm.
basic
After the injection, my arm felt a bit sore but I was fine.
natural