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Incision

Ih-NSIH-zhuhn

/ˌɪˈnsɪʒʌn/

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incision

Dictionary meaning

The cutting of or into body tissues or organs, especially by a surgeon as part of an operation.

Examples

  • The surgeon's incision was done with great care.

Synonyms: section, surgical incision

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