injectant

[ in-jek-tuhnt ]

noun

1. a substance injected through the skin, as bee-sting venom or penicillin administered by injection, that causes an allergic reaction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of injectant¹

First recorded in 1945–50; inject + -ant

Example Sentences

A credit of $10 to $20 is currently available for each ton of carbon dioxide captured and disposed of in secure geological storage or used as a tertiary injectant in an oil or natural gas project.

From US News

Employez la lotion chaque jour en l'injectant dans le vagin.

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