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(hy-po-der-mic) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. relating to the layer of tissue under the skin.

Example Sentence

He receives hypodermic medication to control his allergies.

More Example Sentences

Doctors use hypodermic tools for medicine.

Synonyms

subcutaneous; injectable; beneath the skin

Antonyms

given orally

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hypodermic
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Rhymes

  • endothermic
  • exothermic
  • hypodermic
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