Lancet (noun)

A surgical instrument with a sharp, pointed blade for making small incisions, used for blood-letting, cupping or in medical procedures.

Origin:

From the latin word "lancetta" meaning "small lance" or "dagger".

Examples:

1. The doctor used a lancet to take a small sample of blood for testing.
2. The lancet is a small, sharp instrument that is used for precise incisions.
3. The use of lancet for blood-letting was a common practice in medieval medicine.
4. The lancet is a single-use instrument that must be disposed of properly after use to prevent infection.
5. The lancet is a small instrument but it is very useful in many medical procedures.