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syringe

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Noun — A device with a needle, a chamber, and a plunger, used to inject or draw off fluids.

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fill a syringe hypodermic syringe

Etymology

From Latin syrinx, "reed, pipe," borrowed from Ancient Greek surinx.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “syringe” mean?

The word “syringe” means a device with a needle, a chamber, and a plunger, used to inject or draw off fluids. In plain terms, a needle-and-plunger tool used for injecting or drawing liquids, most familiar from medical injections.

How do you pronounce “syringe”?

“Syringe” is pronounced sih-RIHNZH (/səˈɹɪnd͡ʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “syringe” in a sentence?

Here is “syringe” used in a sentence: “The nurse filled the syringe before giving the injection.”

What part of speech is “syringe”?

Depending on how it is used, “syringe” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “syringe” come from?

The word “syringe” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin syrinx, "reed, pipe," borrowed from Ancient Greek surinx.

Is “syringe” a common word?

“Syringe” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “syringe” have?

“Syringe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device with a needle, a chamber, and a plunger, used to inject or draw off fluids.

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