appendectomy
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for appendectomy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A surgical operation to remove the appendix.
Synonyms
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How to use appendectomy
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Etymology
From appendix + the surgical suffix -ectomy, from Greek ektomē, "a cutting out."
Full origin of appendectomy →Frequently asked questions
What does “appendectomy” mean?
The word “appendectomy” means a surgical operation to remove the appendix. In plain terms, the operation doctors perform to take out an inflamed or burst appendix.
How do you use “appendectomy” in a sentence?
Here is “appendectomy” used in a sentence: “He was rushed to hospital for an emergency appendectomy.”
What part of speech is “appendectomy”?
“Appendectomy” is a noun.
Where does the word “appendectomy” come from?
The word “appendectomy” comes from Greek. From appendix + the surgical suffix -ectomy, from Greek ektomē, "a cutting out.".