transdermal
Translation
transdermal
Examples
The patient uses a transdermal nicotine patch.
The patient uses a transdermal nicotine patch.
Grammar Patterns
((transdermal)) + noun relating to the application of a medicine through the skin He uses a transdermal patch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: percutaneous
Etymology
From `trans-` (across, through) + `dermal` (relating to the skin, from Greek `derma`). Literally 'through the skin'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'trans' (like transport) means 'through', and 'dermal' (like dermatologist) relates to the skin.