Lancet

From Fresh Dictionary

Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.3 Derived terms 1.4 References

English

Etymology

From Old French lancette diminutive of lance.

lancet

Noun

1. A sharp pointed, two edged surgical instrument used in venisection and for opening abscesses etc.
2. A fleam.

Derived terms

1. Lancet: a British medical journal.
2. Architectural: lancet arch: A sharp pointed arch used in doors and windows etc. This type of archetecture was peculiar to England in the 13th Century.
3. Ichthyological: lancetfish:

References

Webster's International Dictionary 1902.nl:lancet zh:lancet