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inject
1[ in-jekt ]
verb (used with object)
- to force (a fluid) into a passage, cavity, or tissue:
to inject a medicine into the veins.
- to introduce (something new or different):
to inject humor into a situation.
- to introduce arbitrarily or inappropriately; intrude.
- to interject (a remark, suggestion, etc.), as into conversation.
inject.
2abbreviation for
- (in prescriptions) an injection.
inject
/ ɪˈɛ /
verb
- med to introduce (a fluid) into (the body of a person or animal) by means of a syringe or similar instrument
- foll by into to introduce (a new aspect or element)
to inject humour into a scene
- to interject (a comment, idea, etc)
- to place (a rocket, satellite, etc) in orbit
Derived Forms
- ˈٲ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- i· verb (used with object)
- ܲi·Ļ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of inject1
Origin of inject2
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of inject1
Example Sentences
They do, however, inject some fantastic comedic relief to cut Landon’s tension; if Fahy is the film’s star, Self is its supernova.
He is at ease on a stage and often injects timely humour — but this was different.
April plans to be in a "big comfy bed" for what she calls a "celebratory" moment when a medical professional will inject a lethal dose into her bloodstream.
A favorite insight by economists and business leaders is that what he’s done so far is inject “uncertainty” into economic planning.
He had been led to reception by workers from a charity, then made his way to the booths to inject heroin.
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