Synonyms for

Syringe

Verb / sɜ:ˈɪndʒ / / ˈsɪrɪndʒ / Another word for syringe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A small glass or plastic tube used for injecting or withdrawing fluids from the body.

Synonyms & similar words

needle injector shot hypodermic pipette dropper dose sampler vaccine

Synonyms by register

Formal

injector applicator dispenser

Informal

shot jab poke

Literary

pipette dropper

Antonyms

drain release empty discharge expel vent

Common collocations

  • use a syringe
  • draw up
  • inject with
  • needle and syringe
  • disposable syringe
  • hypodermic syringe
  • empty the syringe

Word family

noun syringe

Usage note

While 'syringe' can refer to the medical instrument, it's also used for non-medical dispensing. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion, especially when referring to medical procedures.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor used a syringe to give me a flu shot.
  2. The nurse filled the syringe with medicine before giving it to the patient.
  3. I watched the syringe fill with blood during my blood test.
  4. The pharmacist used a syringe to fill the prescription.
  5. The veterinarian used a syringe to give the dog a shot.

Quotes

  • "I'm not afraid of needles... just syringes." - Demetri Martin
  • "I used to think that I was cool because I owned a leather jacket, but then I realized that I was just a dork wearing a syringe." - Dave Attell
  • "I'm a diabetic, so I have a lot of experience with small needles and syringes." - Nick Jonas

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