Avulse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈvʌls/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Avulse is a verb meaning (medicine) To tear off forcibly.
Meaning
(medicine) To tear off forcibly.
Example Sentences
An alternative is to avulse the nail of the second or third toe […]
[…] the resulting tension in the restraining ligament would be 600 pounds, sufficient to avulse the ligament.
Word Forms
- avulses
- avulsing
- avulsed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include divulse, evulse, abrupt, tear, avel, tear off.
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