Hypodermic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Hypodermic ( adjective )

Relating to the injection of a substance under the skin.

Origin:

From the greek hypo- (under) + derma (skin), from the fact that it is injected under the skin.

Examples:

1. He gave her a hypodermic injection of insulin.
2. They used a hypodermic needle to administer the medication.
3. The hypodermic injection was given to lower her fever.
4. He gave a hypodermic injection of anesthetic before the operation.
5. The hypodermic needle was used to administer a dose of medication.

(As a noun)

Hypodermic ( noun )

Relating to the injection of a substance under the skin.

Origin:

From the greek hypo- (under) + derma (skin), from the fact that it is injected under the skin.

Examples:

1. He gave her a hypodermic injection of insulin.
2. They used a hypodermic needle to administer the medication.
3. The hypodermic injection was given to lower her fever.
4. He gave a hypodermic injection of anesthetic before the operation.
5. The hypodermic needle was used to administer a dose of medication.