lancet — a small, sharp, two-edged surgical knife
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small, sharp, two-edged surgical knife
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlænsɪt/
Example Sentences
- The vampire complained that modern lancets were much sharper than wooden stakes.
- The diabetic patient carries a lancet for daily blood sugar testing.
- The medieval surgeon's lancet looked suspiciously like a tiny sword for ants.
lancet
NOUN[/ˈlænsɪt/]
a small, sharp, two-edged surgical knife
a small, sharp, two-edged surgical knife
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle French lancette, a diminutive form of lance (meaning 'spear' or 'lance'). The surgical instrument was named for its resemblance to a small, sharp-pointed spear blade.
Breakdown
lance (spear) + -ette (French diminutive suffix meaning 'small'). The suffix -ette transforms the noun into a form denoting a smaller or more delicate version of the original object.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The vampire complained that modern lancets were much sharper than wooden stakes.”
“The diabetic patient carries a lancet for daily blood sugar testing.”
“The medieval surgeon's lancet looked suspiciously like a tiny sword for ants.”
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