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Lancet has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

an acutely pointed Gothic arch, like a lance

"The stained glass window features a lancet design that draws the eye upward toward the vaulted ceiling."

2

a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions

"The surgeon carefully selected a sterile lancet to make a precise prick on the patient's finger for the blood test."

3

A sharp, pointed, two-edged surgical instrument used in venesection and for opening abscesses etc.

"The surgeon carefully inserted a sterile lancet into the patient's arm to draw blood before administering the vaccine."

Verb
1

To pierce with a lancet.

"The nurse gently pricked my finger with a sterile lancet to collect a drop of blood for testing."

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

"The local history club recently held a meeting where they discussed the life of William Lancet, a prominent figure from the 18th century."

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