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Section

SEH-kshuhn

/ˈsɛkʃʌn/

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section

Dictionary meaning

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

Examples

  • A section of a fishing rod.
  • They always turn first to the business section.

Synonyms: incision

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