Instant
Instant
Instant (/ˈɪnstənt/ from Latin instans, -antis) refers to an extremely short period of time, often used to describe something that happens immediately or without delay.
Etymology
The term instant is derived from the Latin instans, -antis, meaning 'urgent', 'pressing', or 'present'. It was first used in English in the 14th century to describe a moment of time as a point of time.
Related Terms
- Instantaneous: Occurring or done in an instant or instantly.
- Instant gratification: The desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay or deferment.
- Instant replay: A replay of something (especially a sporting event) immediately after it has happened.
- Instant messaging: A type of online chat that offers real-time text transmission over the internet.
Medical Usage
In the medical field, the term instant is often used to describe the immediate effect or result of a treatment or medication. For example, an analgesic might be described as providing instant relief from pain.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Instant
- Wikipedia's article - Instant
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