Definition

In a way that is located or occurs beneath the skin.

Example

The medication was administered subdermally to ensure it absorbed slowly into the bloodstream.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new skincare treatment?

Yeah, I heard it works subdermally to improve skin texture.

I wonder if it really makes a difference in the long run.

It should! Anything that works subdermally usually has lasting effects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subdermally → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "derma" (from Greek "derma", meaning skin) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "subdermally" means in a manner that is under the skin.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') the 'skin' ('derma') — that's why subdermally refers to something happening beneath the skin.

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