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pipette

|pi-pette|

B2

/pɪˈpɛt/

liquid transfer tool

Etymology
Etymology Information

'pipette' originates from French, specifically the word 'pipette,' where 'pipe' meant 'tube.'

Historical Evolution

'pipette' changed from the French word 'pipette' and eventually became the modern English word 'pipette'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small tube,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a laboratory tool for transferring liquid.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a laboratory tool used to transport a measured volume of liquid.

The scientist used a pipette to transfer the solution.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to use a pipette to transfer liquid.

She pipetted the sample into the test tube.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45