Meaning of the word pipette in English
What does pipette mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pipette
US /paɪˈpet/
UK /pɪˈpet/
Noun
a slender tube attached to or incorporating a bulb, for transferring or measuring out small quantities of liquid, especially in a laboratory.
Example:
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She used a pipette to transfer the precise amount of solution.
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The scientist carefully drew the liquid into the pipette.
Verb
to transfer or measure out (a liquid) with a pipette.
Example:
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You need to pipette exactly 10 ml of the reagent.
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The technician was trained to pipette with great accuracy.