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IV

1

[ ahy-vee ]

noun

, plural IVs, IV's.
  1. an intravenous device for delivering electrolyte solutions, medicines, and nutrients.


IV

2

abbreviation for

  1. intravenous injection.

i.v.

3

abbreviation for

  1. increased value.
  2. initial velocity.
  3. invoice value.

I.V.

4

abbreviation for

  1. initial velocity.

i.v.

abbreviation for

  1. intravenous(ly)


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Word History and Origins

Origin of IV1

First recorded in 1950–55

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Example Sentences

For hydration, an IV would have been effective, as CIA medical officers conceded.

“While IV infusion is safe and effective,” one officer wrote, rectal hydration could be used as a form of behavior control.

Meanwhile, Beth is working from inside the hospital to secure the drugs Carol needs and to keep her hooked up to an IV drip.

Mixner would insert it via an IV and hold his friend until the drip was completed.

He is described by FrontPageAfrica as having become so angry he ripped the IV lines from his arms.

Ladislaus IV, king of Poland, died, aged 80; universally respected for all those virtues which should grace a throne.

Henry IV of France even invented one for his army, and others worked a little on the idea from time to time.

It was stated in the house of commons shortly after the coronation that the expenses incurred for the coronation of George IV.

We shall never forget the blessing we received through the words, in John iv.

I have no doubt he often thought iv his beautiful Madonna iv th' throlly, although he niver said so.

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