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parenteral (adj.)

"involving the introduction of a substance into the body other than by the alimentary tract," 1905, from para- (1) + Greek enteron "intestine" (see enteric).

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Definitions of parenteral from WordNet

parenteral (adj.)
administered by means other than through the alimentary tract (as by intramuscular or intravenous injection);
parenteral (adj.)
located outside the alimentary tract;
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