STYLET
\stˈa͡ɪlət], \stˈaɪlət], \s_t_ˈaɪ_l_ə_t]\
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An instrument for examining wounds and fistulas, and for passing setons, and the like; a probe, -- called also specillum.
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A stiff wire, inserted in catheters or other tubular instruments to maintain their shape and prevent clogging.
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Any small, more or less rigid, bristlelike organ; as, the caudal stylets of certain insects; the ventral stylets of certain Infusoria.
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