saline solution

/ˌseɪˈlin səˌluʃən/
/ˈseɪlin səˈluʃən/
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Other forms: saline solutions

Definitions of saline solution
  1. noun
    an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water
    synonyms: saline
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    type of:
    isosmotic solution, isotonic solution
    a solution having the same osmotic pressure as blood
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