NYT Dictionary

INJECT

/ɪnˈd͡ʒɛkt/
Verbin-JECTin-ject · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2024

Meaning

To push or pump (something, especially fluids) into a cavity or passage.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Latin iniectus, injectus, participle of iniciō, injiciō (“to throw in”), from in- + iaciō (“I throw”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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