injection
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
An act of putting liquid medicine into the body using a needle.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
shot
jab
Usage notes
"Jab" is the more informal British word for the same thing.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The nurse gave him an _____ before the flight."
Answer: injection
In your own words, what does "injection" mean?
An act of putting liquid medicine into the body using a needle.
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