hysterectomy
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Noun — A surgical operation to remove all or part of the uterus.
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Etymology
From hyster- (relating to the uterus) + -ectomy ("surgical removal").
Full origin of hysterectomy →Frequently asked questions
What does “hysterectomy” mean?
The word “hysterectomy” means a surgical operation to remove all or part of the uterus. In plain terms, surgery to remove the uterus.
How do you pronounce “hysterectomy”?
“Hysterectomy” is pronounced hihs-tuh-REHK-tuh-mee (/hɪstəˈɹɛktəmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “hysterectomy” in a sentence?
Here is “hysterectomy” used in a sentence: “She recovered well after her hysterectomy.”
What part of speech is “hysterectomy”?
“Hysterectomy” is a noun.
Where does the word “hysterectomy” come from?
The word “hysterectomy” comes from Latin. From hyster- (relating to the uterus) + -ectomy ("surgical removal").