Meaning of Stylet

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Stylet

1. 1
   n.

   A small poniard; a stiletto.

2. 2
   n.

   An instrument for examining wounds and fistulas, and for passing setons, and the like; a probe, -- called also specillum.

3. 3
   n.

   A stiff wire, inserted in catheters or other tubular instruments to maintain their shape and prevent clogging.

4. 4
   n.

   Any small, more or less rigid, bristlelike organ; as, the caudal stylets of certain insects; the ventral stylets of certain Infusoria.

5. 5
   n.

   A small poniard; a stiletto.

6. 6
   n.

   An instrument for examining wounds and fistulas, and for passing setons, and the like; a probe, -- called also specillum.

7. 7
   n.

   A stiff wire, inserted in catheters or other tubular instruments to maintain their shape and prevent clogging.

8. 8
   n.

   Any small, more or less rigid, bristlelike organ; as, the caudal stylets of certain insects; the ventral stylets of certain Infusoria.