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Stylet

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Noun

1. stylet

small needlelike appendage; especially the feeding organ of a tardigrade

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Stylet

see synonyms of stylet
noun
1. surgery
a. 
a wire for insertion into a flexible cannula or catheter to maintain its rigidity or patency during passage
b. 
a slender probe
2. zoology
any small pointed bristle-like part

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Stylet

see synonyms of stylet
noun
1. 
a slender, pointed weapon; esp., a stiletto
2.  Surgery
a. 
a slender probe
b. 
a wire inserted into a soft catheter to keep it rigid
3.  Zoology
style (sense 2) style (sense 2g)

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Stylet

see synonyms of stylet
n.
1. A slender, pointed instrument or weapon, such as a stiletto.
2.
a. A surgical probe.
b. A fine wire that is run through a catheter, cannula, or hollow needle to keep it stiff or clear of debris.
3. Zoology A small, stiff, needlelike organ or appendage, such as a piercing mouthpart of an aphid or other hemipteran insect.

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