Definition

Referring to something that is situated or placed under the skin.

Example

The doctor explained that the subdermal implant would release medication over time.

Conversation

I just read about this new subdermal implant for pain relief.

Really? How does that even work?

It goes just beneath the skin and releases medication over time.

That sounds pretty interesting, I wonder if it’s safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subdermal → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "derma" (from Greek "derma", meaning skin). The word "subdermal" refers to something that is located under the skin.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') the 'skin' ('derma') — that's what subdermal means.

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