syringe

[ˈsɪrɪndʒ]

syringe Definition

  • 1a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids from the body
  • 2a device consisting of a nozzle and a piston or bulb for sucking in and ejecting liquid in a thin stream, used for cleaning wounds or injecting fluids

Using syringe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "syringe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The nurse filled the syringe with medicine.

  • Example

    He injected the vaccine using a syringe.

  • Example

    The doctor used a syringe to clean the wound.

syringe Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for syringe

Phrases with syringe

  • a type of syringe used for injecting substances into the body, typically under the skin

    Example

    The hypodermic syringe is commonly used for administering vaccines.

  • a type of syringe used for injecting insulin into the body

    Example

    People with diabetes often use an insulin syringe to manage their blood sugar levels.

  • a device that delivers precise amounts of fluid over a period of time using a syringe

    Example

    The syringe pump is commonly used in medical settings to administer medication.

Origins of syringe

from Greek 'syrinx', meaning 'tube'

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Summary: syringe in Brief

A 'syringe' [ˈsɪrɪndʒ] is a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids from the body. It consists of a nozzle and a piston or bulb for sucking in and ejecting liquid in a thin stream. The term encompasses devices like the hypodermic syringe and insulin syringe, as well as the syringe pump, which delivers precise amounts of fluid over time. Examples of usage include 'The nurse filled the syringe with medicine.' and 'He injected the vaccine using a syringe.'

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