intransitivity
- n the grammatical relation created by an intransitive verb
intraocular lens
- n an artificial lens that is implanted into the eye of someone to replace a damaged natural lens or someone who has had a cataract removed
intraocular pressure
- n pressure exerted by the fluids inside the eyeball; regulated by resistance to the outward flow of aqueous humor
intrauterine device
- n contraceptive device consisting of a piece of bent plastic or metal that is inserted through the vagina into the uterus
intravenous anesthetic
- n an anesthetic that produces anesthesia when injected into the circulatory system
intravenous drip
- n slow continuous drip introducing solutions intravenously (a drop at a time)
intravenous pyelogram
- n X-ray picture of the kidneys and ureters after injection of a radiopaque dye
intravenous pyelography
- n performing pyelography with intravenous injection of a contrast medium
intrenchment
- n an entrenched fortification; a position protected by trenches