"injection" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

The forceful insertion of a substance under pressure (synset 100323460)
is a type of: insertion, introduction, intromission - the act of putting one thing into another

subtypes: epidural injection - injection of an anesthetic substance into the epidural space of the spinal cord in order to produce epidural anesthesia
Any solution that is injected (as into the skin) (synset 114873385)
is a type of: solution - a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution

same as: injectant
The act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe (synset 100698618)
"the nurse gave him a flu shot"

is a type of: medical aid, medical care - professional treatment for illness or injury
subtypes:
- intradermal injection - an injection into the skin
- intramuscular injection - an injection into a muscle
- intravenous injection - an injection into a vein
- subcutaneous injection - an injection under the skin
same as: shot