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INJECTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Injection.

Injection - as a noun

The forceful insertion of a substance under pressure

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
insertion9introduction15intromission14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any solution that is injected (as into the skin)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
injectant18

The act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe

Example: "The nurse gave him a flu shot"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shot7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medical aidmedical care
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The doctor gave me an injection to numb the area before the surgery."
"He received an injection of antibiotics to fight the infection."
"The vaccine is administered through a series of injections."
"The athlete was disqualified for failing a drug test due to an illegal injection."
"The nurse used a syringe to give the patient a painless injection."
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Word Game Points

Is INJECTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, injection is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INJECTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is INJECTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, injection is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INJECTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is INJECTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, injection is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INJECTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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