Definition

To transfer blood or another fluid from one person or container to another, often for medical purposes.

Example

The doctor will transfuse blood into the patient to help with recovery.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they need to transfuse blood at the hospital today.

Really? That's serious! I hope everything goes well.

Yeah, it's important that they transfuse quickly to help the patients.

Absolutely, every minute counts in those situations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transfuse → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "fundere" (meaning to pour). The word "transfuse" means to pour something across, typically referring to the transfer of blood from one person to another.

Memory Tip

Think of pouring something 'across' ('trans-') — that's why transfuse means to pour something into another.

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