spinal tap

/ˌspaɪnl tæp/
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Other forms: spinal taps

Definitions of spinal tap
  1. noun
    removal by centesis of fluid from the subarachnoid space of the lumbar region of the spinal cord for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes
    synonyms: lumbar puncture, spinal puncture
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    type of:
    centesis
    (surgery) the act of puncturing a body cavity or organ with a hollow needle in order to draw out fluid
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