Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
injection
noun
/ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/
Definition
The act of introducing a substance into something, typically a body or a container.
Examples
- The doctor gave the patient an injection to relieve the pain.
- Vaccines are commonly administered via injection to boost immunity.
- In computer programming, injection attacks can pose serious security risks.
Meaning
Injection refers to the process of inserting a liquid, usually a medication or a treatment, into the body through a syringe or needle. It can also refer to other forms of input into systems or structures.
Synonyms
- inoculation
- shot
- infusion
- introduction
