Magturok (en. To inject)
/maɡˈtuɾok/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The use of a needle to introduce a substance into the body.
He will inject insulin into his stomach.
Magturok siya ng insulin sa kanyang tiyan.
An action referring to the process of injecting or introducing liquid into the body using a needle.
You should inject the vaccine into the children.
Magturok ka ng bakuna sa mga bata.
The act of injecting medication or other fluids typically in medical situations.
The doctor will inject anesthesia before the surgery.
Magturok si doktor ng anesthesia bago ang operasyon.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'turok,' meaning 'to inject something into a place.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
to inject a vaccine
the act of injecting a vaccine into a person or animal.
magturok ng bakuna
to inject medicine
the act of injecting medicine into the body.
magturok ng gamot
Related Words
inject
The process of injecting, often used in a medical context.
turok
needle
A sharp object used to inject liquid.
karayom
Slang Meanings
to inject medicine
He should inject before ten o'clock to alleviate the pain.
Dapat magturok siya bago pumatak ang alas-diyes para mawala ang sakit.
to boost the immune system
Get checked for the right injections of vitamins that can enhance immunity.
Magpatingin ka para sa tamang magturok ng vitamins na makakapagpataas ng resistensya.