INJECT


Meaning of INJECT in English

in ‧ ject /ɪnˈdʒekt/ BrE AmE verb [transitive]

[ Date: 1500-1600 ; Language: Latin ; Origin: past participle of inicere , from jacere 'to throw' ]

1 . to put liquid, especially a drug, into someone’s body by using a special needle

inject something into somebody/something

The drug is injected directly into the base of the spine.

inject somebody with something

I have to inject myself with insulin.

2 . to improve something by adding excitement, interest etc to it

inject something into something

Traditional handbag makers are injecting more fun into their designs.

A market building can inject new life into an area.

3 . to provide more money, equipment etc for something

inject something into something

They need to inject more money into sports facilities.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English.      Longman - Словарь современного английского языка.