lancet

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Etymology [edit]

From Old French lancete diminutive of lance.

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Noun [edit]

lancet (plural lancets)

  1. A sharp, pointed, two-edged surgical instrument used in venisection and for opening abscesses etc.

Hyponyms [edit]

  • (sharp surgical instrument):fleam

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References [edit]

  • Webster's International Dictionary 1902.

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