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Definition of hypodermic

hypodermic

/ˌhaɪ.pəˈdɜːr.mɪk/
hy · po · der · mic
Adverb:hypodermically
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Plural:hypodermics
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• adjective

1

Relating to the region immediately beneath the skin, or denoting the introduction of medications or other substances under the skin.

Example

"The nurse used a sterile hypodermic needle to administer the local anesthetic."

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• noun

1

A medical syringe fitted with a hollow needle for injecting substances beneath the skin, or an injection given with such a device.

Example

"The veterinarian prepared a hypodermic to sedate the injured deer safely."

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hypocritically
hypocriticalness
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hypoestes
hypopharynx

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century from Ancient Greek 'hypo' (under) and 'derma' (skin), originally to describe the newly invented medical technique of administering medication beneath the skin.

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hypodermic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hypodermic
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