hypodermic needle

noun

1
2
: a hypodermic syringe complete with needle

Examples of hypodermic needle in a Sentence

doesn't mind getting shots as long as he doesn't catch sight of the hypodermic needle
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Intravenous drugs are typically stored in vials until needed, at which point they're transferred to hypodermic needles. New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2024 Some of the most foul included fingernail clippings, diapers (used), airsick bags (also used), and hypodermic needles with no caps on them. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2024 The naloxone reservoir can be refilled via a hypodermic needle inserted through the skin into a port on top of the implant. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 16 Aug. 2024 The most intense day of filming for me was the scene with Maika and the hypodermic needle. Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for hypodermic needle 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of hypodermic needle was circa 1909

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Cite this Entry

“Hypodermic needle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hypodermic%20needle. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

hypodermic needle

noun
1
2
: a hypodermic syringe complete with needle

Medical Definition

hypodermic needle

noun
1
2
: a hypodermic syringe complete with needle
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