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transfusion

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Noun — The transfer of blood or blood products from one person into another.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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blood transfusion

How to use transfusion

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

blood transfusion need a transfusion

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin "transfusio," from "transfundere" ("to pour across").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “transfusion” mean?

The word “transfusion” means the transfer of blood or blood products from one person into another. In plain terms, putting donated blood into someone's body, usually for medical treatment.

How do you pronounce “transfusion”?

“Transfusion” is pronounced tranz-FYOO-zhuhn (/tɹænzˈfjuʒən/ in IPA).

How do you use “transfusion” in a sentence?

Here is “transfusion” used in a sentence: “He needed an emergency blood transfusion after the accident.”

What part of speech is “transfusion”?

“Transfusion” is a noun.

Where does the word “transfusion” come from?

The word “transfusion” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin "transfusio," from "transfundere" ("to pour across").

Is “transfusion” a common word?

“Transfusion” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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