Needlestick

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Puncture of the skin by a hypodermic needle or other sharp object.

    "The nurse developed hepatitis as a result of a needlestick."

Example

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"The nurse developed hepatitis as a result of a needlestick."

Etymology

From needle + stick.

Related phrases

needlestick injury

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