Synonyms for injection

Grammar : Noun

Spell : in-jek-shuh n

Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈdʒɛk ʃən

Définition of injection

Origin : "forcing a fluid into a body" (with a syringe, etc.), early 15c., from Middle French iniection (14c.) or directly from Latin iniectionem (nominative iniectio), noun of action from past participle stem of inicere (see inject).

noun introduction into bloodstream

Example sentences :

Quickly she removed her father's coat and made the injection.
Extract from : « The End of Time » by Wallace West

It is simply incapable of movement, as would happen after an injection of curare.
Extract from : « The Industries of Animals » by Frdric Houssay

Dimly, I was aware of the injection, and immediately felt better.
Extract from : « Question of Comfort » by Les Collins

And the process will be by the injection of a new and mighty motive power.
Extract from : « Quiet Talks on Power » by S.D. Gordon

Casuistry is nothing but the injection of your own meaning into an old name.
Extract from : « A Preface to Politics » by Walter Lippmann

An injection of anthro-philomelitis must be given without loss of time.
Extract from : « Once a Week » by Alan Alexander Milne

With help from a footman in holding down the patient, the injection was made.
Extract from : « Once a Week » by Alan Alexander Milne

The injection should be given after the child has been placed in bed for the night.
Extract from : « The Eugenic Marriage, Vol 2 (of 4) » by W. Grant Hague

Two tablespoonfuls of whisky may be added to the injection, if the pulse is weak.
Extract from : « The Home Medical Library, Volume I (of VI) » by Various

The bowels should be moved daily by injection of warm soapsuds.
Extract from : « The Home Medical Library, Volume I (of VI) » by Various

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