subcutaneous Definition
- 1situated or lying under the skin, as tissue.
- 2existing or introduced beneath the skin
Using subcutaneous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subcutaneous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Subcutaneous injections are commonly used for vaccines.
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The doctor prescribed a subcutaneous injection for the patient.
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The subcutaneous layer of fat helps to regulate body temperature.
subcutaneous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for subcutaneous
Origins of subcutaneous
from Latin 'subcutaneus', from sub- 'under' + cutis 'skin'
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Summary: subcutaneous in Brief
'Subcutaneous' [sʌbˈkjuːteɪniəs] refers to something situated or lying under the skin, such as tissue. It is often used to describe injections that are given under the skin, and can also refer to the layer of fat beneath the skin that helps regulate body temperature.
