What does dissection mean?
Dissection means The act of dissecting..
Dissection
/dɪˈsɛkʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of dissecting..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of dissecting.
- Something dissected.
- (figurative) A minute and detailed examination or analysis.
- (medicine) Surgical removal.
Example Sentences
neck dissection
lymph node dissection
Synonyms for dissection
Antonyms for dissection
Related Words
Word Forms
- dissections
Usage Notes
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How do you use dissection in a sentence?
neck dissection
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