syringe

/ˈsɪrɪndʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A medical device used for injecting or withdrawing fluid from the body, typically consisting of a hollow needle attached to a tube or barrel.

“The nurse prepared a syringe with the patient’s medication and administered it.”

2. verb

To inject or administer a liquid or gas using a syringe.

“The doctor syringed the patient’s eye with antibiotic ointment.”

Synonyms

  • injection device
  • needle

Antonyms

  • suction device