Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intravenously
Adverb
/ˌɪntrəˈviːnəsli/

Definition
Administered or occurring within a vein.

Examples
- The medication was administered intravenously to ensure rapid absorption.
- Fluids should be given intravenously to patients who are unable to take them orally.
- She received the chemotherapy treatment intravenously during her weekly sessions.

Meaning
The term ‘intravenously’ refers to a method of delivering substances directly into a person’s bloodstream through a vein. This is commonly used in medical settings for delivering medications, fluids, or nutrients.

Synonyms
- Intra-venously
- Directly into the bloodstream