instillation

/ˌɪnstɪˈleɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of putting a liquid into something slowly, drop by drop.
    • For the experiment, careful instillation of the dye into the water was required.
    • The nurse performed the instillation of eye drops into the patient's eyes.
    • The doctor recommended daily instillation of saline solution to keep the nasal passages moist.
  2. The gradual introduction or teaching of an idea, feeling, or habit.
    • The teacher focused on the instillation of good study habits in her students.
    • Through stories and songs, the culture achieved the instillation of respect for elders.
    • The program aims at the instillation of confidence in young athletes.
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