inject
/ɪnˈdʒɛkt/
Meanings
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Verb
To introduce a substance into a container or a living organism.
- "The nurse injected the patient with a dose of insulin."
- "The scientist injected the solution into the test tube."
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Verb
To introduce a new element or influence into a situation.
- "The new manager injected fresh ideas into the team."
- "The comedian injected humor into the serious debate."
Pronunciation
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/ɪnˈdʒɛkt/
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with injectinject , object , connect , disconnect , neglect , respect , detect , reflect
Variants
List of all variants of inject that leads to same resultinject , injectable , injectables , injected , injecting , injector , injectors , injects
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.The word 'inject' comes from the Latin word 'injectus' which means 'thrown in'. It was first used in English in the late 15th century.
Trivia
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The largest injection ever recorded was given to a Belgian man named Jean-Baptiste Pinget in 1987. He was injected with 1.5 liters of orange juice to set a world record.
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The word 'inject' is often used in the context of vaccinations. The first smallpox vaccine was administered by injecting the patient with material taken from a cowpox blister.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Injection: A medical procedure where a substance is introduced into the body using a syringe or needle.
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Injection molding: A manufacturing process where molten material is injected into a mold to create a part.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the word 'inject' has been used metaphorically to describe the introduction of new ideas or influences into a situation. In art, it can refer to the technique of adding paint or other mediums directly into a canvas. In music, it can refer to the addition of an instrument or harmony to a composition.
How to Memorize "inject"
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visualize
- Visualize the action of pushing a substance into a container or a body using a syringe or needle.
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associate
- Associate the word 'inject' with the idea of introducing something new or additional.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'In Just Over Time, New Elements Get Introduced' to remember the meaning of 'inject'.
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