Pleurotome

Meaning of the word

The term “pleurotome” is a male noun that refers to a surgical instrument used to open the pleura, a membrane that coat the lungs.

Origin of the word

The word “pleurotome” originates from ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “pleura” (meaning “rib” or “side”) and “take” (meaning “cut” or “incision”).

Word adverbs

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Conjunctions of the word

There are no conjunctions related to the word “pleurotome”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “pleurotome” are: pleurotome, pleurotomy, pleurotomotomy.

Word Definitions

– Surgical instrument used to open the pleura.
– Surgical procedure that involves the incision of the pleura.

Phrases that the word applies

– The doctor used the pleurotome to perform surgery in the patient’s lungs.
– Pleurotomy is a delicate procedure that requires skill and accuracy.

Examples of the word in text

– During the surgery, the surgeon used the pleurotome to access the pleural cavity.
– Pleurotomy is a common procedure in cases of pleural spill.

Rhymes with the word

– Autonomous
– Synthetic
– Anonymous
– Polynomial

Anagrams with the word

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