catheter (n)

n02984469

type n
lex_filenum 06
def a thin flexible tube inserted into the body to permit introduction or withdrawal of fluids or to keep the passageway open
Outgoing links
Hypernym tube, tubing
Derivationally related form catheter → catheterize
Derivationally related form catheter → catheterise
Hyponym endotracheal tube
Incoming links
Hypernym endotracheal tube
Hyponym tube, tubing
Derivationally related form catheterise → catheter
Derivationally related form catheterize → catheter

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