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hy·po·der·mic
 hypodermic
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- pronunciation:
- haI
p
duhr
mihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
characterized by injection or introduction under the skin; subcutaneous.
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| definition 2: |
pertaining to the layer of tissue beneath the skin.
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
any injection, esp. a medical remedy, given under the skin.
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| definition 2: |
a hollow-needled syringe.
- similar words:
- needle
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| derivation: |
hypodermically (adv.) |
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