Brainectomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Brainectomy is a noun meaning (informal) The surgical removal of the brain.
Meaning
(informal) The surgical removal of the brain.
Example Sentences
With the groundhog monopolizing his thoughts, Hawk meanly wonders whether she would favor universal lobotomy, brainectomy, for her current charges.
Word Forms
- brainectomies
Synonyms for brainectomy
Depending on context, synonyms include encephalectomy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lobectomy, cortectomy, encephalectomy, cranioectomy, lobotomy, amygdalotomy.
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