Meaning of the word syringe in English

What does syringe mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

syringe

US /səˈrɪndʒ/
UK /səˈrɪndʒ/
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Noun

1.

a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids from the body, consisting of a hollow cylinder with a plunger and a needle

Example:
The nurse prepared the syringe for the injection.
He used a small syringe to draw blood.

Verb

1.

to inject or clean with a syringe

Example:
The doctor will syringe the medication into the patient's arm.
He had to syringe his ear to remove the wax buildup.
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