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Definition of Instillation
1. Noun. The introduction of a liquid (by pouring or injection) drop by drop.
Exact synonyms: Instillment, Instilment
Generic synonyms: Insertion, Introduction, Intromission
Specialized synonyms: Infusion
Derivative terms: Instill, Instill, Instil
Generic synonyms: Insertion, Introduction, Intromission
Specialized synonyms: Infusion
Derivative terms: Instill, Instill, Instil
2. Noun. A liquid that is instilled drop by drop.
Definition of Instillation
1. n. The act of instilling; also, that which is instilled.
Definition of Instillation
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Medical Definition of Instillation
1. To drop in; to pour in drop by drop; hence, to impart gradually; to infuse slowly; to cause to be imbibed. Synonym: To infuse, impart, inspire, implant, inculcate, insinuate. Origin: L. Instillatio, from stillare = to drop This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)