Definition

Referring to a method of treatment where medicine is absorbed through the skin.

Example

The endermic application of the ointment helped relieve the pain.

Conversation

I just bought this new lotion that claims to be endermic for deeper absorption.

That sounds interesting! Does it really work better?

I think so, my skin feels so much softer already.

Awesome! I might have to try it out myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endermic → It is formed from "ender-" (from Greek "enderma", meaning skin) and "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "endermic" refers to something that is related to or applied to the skin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'enderma' meaning skin, and remember that 'endermic' refers to something that is related to the skin.

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