cannula UK /ˈkænjʊlə/US /ˈkænjələ/ noun2 •A tube inserted into the body to drain or inject fluid.Two or three cannulae are requisite also for washing out the sinuses. — 1915 •A hose or tube that connects directly from an oxygen bottle or other source to the user's nose, commonly used by aircraft pilots or others needing direct oxygen breathing apparatus. formscannulae · cannulas