Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypodermic needle
noun
/ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪk ˈniːdəl/
Definition
A hollow needle used to inject substances into the body or withdraw fluids from it.
Examples
- Doctors use a hypodermic needle to administer vaccines.
- The nurse carefully selected a hypodermic needle for the blood draw.
- Hypodermic needles are essential tools in modern medicine.
Meaning
The term ‘hypodermic needle’ refers to a thin, tubular instrument that is used to penetrate the skin and deliver medications, vaccines, or to collect blood samples.
Synonyms
- Injection needle
- Medical needle
- Syringe needle
