How to Pronounce "lanced"
word
ˈɫæns
LANS
lˈɑːnst
LAHNST
Definition
'Lanced' means pierced or cut open, especially with a sharp instrument. In medicine, it refers to making a small cut to drain pus or fluid from a wound or infected area.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫæns
British English
lˈɑːnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LANS
UK
LAHNST
Listen in Context
The doctor lanced the swollen area to release the pus.
The nurse quickly lanced the boil with a sterile needle.
The abscess was lanced to help it heal.
He winced as the doctor lanced his finger to drain the infection.