hypodermic
0 antonyms and opposites of hypodermic, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Relating to the area just beneath the skin, especially injections given there.
How to use hypodermic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From hypo- ("under") + dermic (relating to the skin), from Greek derma.
Full origin of hypodermic →Frequently asked questions
What does “hypodermic” mean?
The word “hypodermic” means relating to the area just beneath the skin, especially injections given there. In plain terms, to do with injections under the skin, or the needle/syringe itself.
How do you pronounce “hypodermic”?
“Hypodermic” is pronounced heye-puh-DUR-mihk (/ˌhaɪpəˈdɝmɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “hypodermic” in a sentence?
Here is “hypodermic” used in a sentence: “The vaccine was given as a hypodermic injection.”
What part of speech is “hypodermic”?
Depending on how it is used, “hypodermic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “hypodermic” come from?
The word “hypodermic” comes from Latin. From hypo- ("under") + dermic (relating to the skin), from Greek derma.
How many meanings does “hypodermic” have?
“Hypodermic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the area just beneath the skin, especially injections given there.