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Added 9 October 2026

lancet

/ˈlɑːn.sɪt/ noun

noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about lancet at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A sharp, pointed, two-edged surgical instrument used in venesection and for opening abscesses etc.
A small, sterile single-use needle used to draw a drop of blood for testing, as with a glucometer.
An iron bar used for tapping a melting furnace.

verb

To pierce with a lancet.

Origin

From Middle English launcet, from Old French lancete, a diminutive of lance. By surface analysis, lance + -et.

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