Definition of HYPODERMIC

hypodermic

Meanings

Plural: hypodermics

Noun

  • a piston syringe that is fitted with a hypodermic needle for giving injections
  • A hypodermic syringe, needle or injection.

Adjective

  • relating to or located below the epidermis
    • "hypodermic needle"

Adj

  • Of, or relating to the hypodermis, the layer beneath the dermis.

Origin / Etymology

From hypoderm + -ic.

Synonyms

hypo, hypodermic syringe, subcutaneous

Scrabble Score: 23

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Words With Friends Score: 24

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