Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Stent.
How to pronounce stent:
UK
Stent - as a noun
A slender tube inserted inside a tubular body part (as a blood vessel) to provide support during and after surgical anastomosis
Stent - as a verb
To insert a stent or tube into a blood vessel.
To keep within limits; to restrain; to cause to stop, or cease; to stint.
To stint; to stop; to cease.
Example Sentences
"The doctor inserted a stent into the patient's artery to improve blood flow."
"She underwent a procedure to have a stent placed in her heart."
"After the surgery, a stent was left in place to keep the airway open."
"The urinary stent was removed after a week of placement."
"A small metal stent was used to keep the blocked bile duct open."
Word Game Points
Is STENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is STENT a valid Words With Friends word?
No, stent is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordSTENT is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is STENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stent is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
