injection
Translation
injection, shot
Examples
The nurse gave me an injection.
The nurse gave me an injection.
The company needs an injection of cash.
The company needs an injection of cash.
Grammar Patterns
an injection of ((sth.)) a medical dose of (sth.) The doctor gave her an injection of penicillin.
an injection of ((sth.)) a contribution of (sth.) The business received a large injection of capital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shot, jab, dose, infusion
Etymology
From Latin 'in-' (in) + 'jacere' (to throw). Literally 'to throw in'.
Memory Tips
Picture a syringe 'throwing' medicine 'into' the body.