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Definition:

A stylet is a small, slender, pointed instrument used for various purposes, such as medical procedures or writing.

Parts of speech:

• Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

Definition:

A small, pointed medical instrument, often used for inserting or extracting fluids from the body.

Sample Sentence:

The doctor used a stylet to remove fluid from the patient's knee joint.

Sense 2:

Definition:

A thin, wire-like device used in calligraphy or writing.

Sample Sentence:

The artist skillfully manipulated the stylet to create intricate designs on the paper.

Sense 3:

Definition:

A pen-shaped stylus used for input on touchscreen devices.

Sample Sentence:

She preferred using a stylet as it provided greater precision while drawing on her tablet.

Sense 4:

Definition:

A piercing mouthpart of insects, such as mosquitoes, used for penetrating the skin of a host.

Sample Sentence:

The mosquito's stylet allowed it to extract blood from its unsuspecting victim.

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