Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stylet

noun

/ˈstaɪlɛt/

Definition

A small, pointed implement or structure.

Examples

The doctor used a stylet to insert the catheter safely.
In botany, the stylet can refer to a slender or needle-like structure found in some plant structures.
Researchers employed a stylet for their experiments on small organisms.

Meaning

In various contexts, a stylet refers to a slender, pointed tool, often used in scientific or medical fields, to aid in the application or insertion of substances.