Meaning of hypodermic in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌhaɪpəˈdərmɪk/

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1. Noun

   hypodermic

   Definitions

   1. a piston syringe that is fitted with a hypodermic needle for giving injections

2. Qualitative Adjective

   hypodermic

   Etymology

   mid 19th century: from hypo-‘under’ + Greek derma‘skin’+ -ic

   Definitions

   1. relating to or located below the epidermis

   Examples

   • « hypodermic needle »
   • « subcutaneous implant »