Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: Catherine, Mount
Next word: catheterize
Definition of: catheter
(kath′ə·tər) noun Med.
A slender, tubular, surgical instrument for introduction into canals or passages. [<L <Gk. kathetēr <kata- down + hienai send, let go]
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: