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catheter

Pronunciation: /ˈkaθɪtə/
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Definition of catheter

noun

Medicine
  • a flexible tube inserted through a narrow opening into a body cavity, particularly the bladder, for removing fluid: a urinary catheter

Origin:

early 17th century: from late Latin, from Greek kathetēr, from kathienai 'send or let down'

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