What does post-op mean?
Post-op means Happening after an operation..
Post-op
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Happening after an operation..
Definitions by Sense
- Happening after an operation.
- Having been operated on.
- (medicine) A postoperative patient or procedure.
- (LGBTQ) A postoperative trans man or trans woman.
Example Sentences
a postop consultation
When Randi Wright got a Brazilian butt lift in 2020 — a complex surgery in which fat is liposuctioned from the abdomen or lower back or other fleshy parts and used to enlarge and shape the buttocks — she knew she couldn’t afford the most expensive post-op care.
As stated earlier all post-op transsexuals live in a parallel world where it is prudent to keep information regarding one's transsexual status limited to only those who need to know.
Synonyms for post-op
Antonyms for post-op
Related Words
Word Forms
- postop
- post-ops
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for post-op?
Common synonyms include postoperational, postoperative.
What is the opposite of post-op?
Possible antonyms include preop, pre-op.
How do you use post-op in a sentence?
a postop consultation
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