IV
- intravenous.
- intravenous drip.
- intravenous injection.
- intravenously.
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IV
[ahy-vee]
- an intravenous device for delivering electrolyte solutions, medicines, and nutrients.
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Origin of IV
First recorded in 1950–55
i.v.
- increased value.
- initial velocity.
- invoice value.
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I.V.
- initial velocity.
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Examples from the Web for iv
Contemporary Examples
For hydration, an IV would have been effective, as CIA medical officers conceded.
‘Rectal Feeding’ Has Nothing to Do with Nutrition, Everything to Do with TortureRussell Saunders
December 10, 2014
“While IV infusion is safe and effective,” one officer wrote, rectal hydration could be used as a form of behavior control.
Meanwhile, Beth is working from inside the hospital to secure the drugs Carol needs and to keep her hooked up to an IV drip.
The Walking Dead’s ‘Crossed’: The Stage Is Now Set for a Bloody, Deadly Midseason FinaleMelissa Leon
November 24, 2014
Mixner would insert it via an IV and hold his friend until the drip was completed.
He is described by FrontPageAfrica as having become so angry he ripped the IV lines from his arms.
Historical Examples
(iv) This vast ideal system is supposed to be based upon experience.
SophistPlato
It's aff with her apron and on with her bonnet, iv'ry chance.
The Shadow of a CrimeHall Caine
Under Edward IV his lands are naturally granted to other people and he is attainted.
Henry the SixthJohn Blacman
All these possessions and privileges of the monks were confirmed by Dom João iv.
Portuguese ArchitectureWalter Crum Watson
Not of course the famous son of Charles v., but a son of Philip iv.
Portuguese ArchitectureWalter Crum Watson
i.v.
IV
- intravenous(ly)
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Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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IV
- intravenous
- intravenously
- intraventricular
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