lancet
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
From Old French lancette diminutive of lance
[edit] Pronunciation
[edit] Noun
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lancet (plural lancets)
- A sharp pointed, two edged surgical instrument used in venisection and for opening abscesses etc.
- A fleam.
[edit] Derived terms
- lancet arch
- (ichthyological): lancetfish
[edit] References
Webster's International Dictionary 1902.
[edit] Translations
surgical instrument
a fleam
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