Inject

usgb/ɪnˈdʒekt/
verb

To put a liquid, especially a drug, into a person's body using a needle and a syringe.

The nurse will inject the medicine into your arm.
Visual representation of "inject" - To put a liquid, especially a drug, into a person's body using a needle and a syringe

Often appears as...

  • inject a drug
  • inject insulin
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Medical Context

Used when discussing medical procedures involving syringes and fluids; implies precision and care.

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Doctors often inject anesthetics to numb a specific area.
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Treatment Regularity

Often associated with ongoing medical treatments, not just one-time occurrences.

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Diabetics may need to inject insulin regularly.
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Precision Required

In medical contexts, where to inject and how much is critical and requires professional skill.

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The vaccine must be injected into the muscle, not the bloodstream.
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