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
intrigue
- n a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
- n a clandestine love affair
- v cause to be interested or curious
- v form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
intrinsic factor
- n a substance produced by the mucosa of the stomach and intestines that is essential for the absorption of vitamin B12