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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lancet

/lænsɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does lancet mean?

noun

A surgical instrument used for making small incisions, typically with a sharp point and a flat or curved blade. A lancet is also a sharp, pointed instrument used for piercing or cutting.

Example

"The doctor used a lancet to make a small incision in the patient's skin."

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