What does surgical mean?
Surgical means Of, relating to, used in, or resulting from surgery..
Surgical
/ˈsɜːd͡ʒɪkəl/ · adjective
Meaning
Of, relating to, used in, or resulting from surgery..
Definitions by Sense
- Of, relating to, used in, or resulting from surgery.
- (figuratively) Precise or very accurate.
- (figuratively) Excruciatingly or wearyingly drawn-out.
Example Sentences
Similar studies of rats have employed four different intracranial resorbable, slow sustained release systems—surgical foam, a thermal gel depot, a microcapsule or biodegradable polymer beads.
The building was destroyed with a surgical air-strike.
Synonyms for surgical
Antonyms for surgical
Related Words
Word Forms
- more surgical
- most surgical
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for surgical?
Common synonyms include operative, postoperative.
What is the opposite of surgical?
Possible antonyms include medical, shrike, nonsurgical.
How do you use surgical in a sentence?
Similar studies of rats have employed four different intracranial resorbable, slow sustained release systems—surgical foam, a thermal gel depot, a microcapsule or biodegradable polymer beads.
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