What does postoperative mean?
Postoperative means Of, relating to, or occurring in the period after a surgical operation..
Postoperative
/poʊstˈɑpəɹətɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
Of, relating to, or occurring in the period after a surgical operation..
Definitions by Sense
- Of, relating to, or occurring in the period after a surgical operation.
- A transgender person who has undergone gender reassignment surgery.
Example Sentences
The postoperative procedure is as follows.
1957, J. D. Salinger, "Zooey", in, 1961, Franny and Zooey, 1991 LB Books edition, page 139, She was looking even paler, more post-operative, as it were, than she had on waking.
Synonyms for postoperative
Antonyms for postoperative
Related Words
Word Forms
- post-operative
- postoperatives
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for postoperative?
Common synonyms include operative, surgical.
What is the opposite of postoperative?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use postoperative in a sentence?
The postoperative procedure is as follows.
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