dissection
What is another word for dissection? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The act of cutting something open to examine its parts.
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How to use dissection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
perform a dissection
careful dissection
dissection of the argument
Etymology
This word was borrowed from Latin dissectiōnem, perhaps by way of Middle French dissection; it can also be analysed as dissect + -ion.
Full origin of dissection →Frequently asked questions
What does “dissection” mean?
The word “dissection” means the act of cutting something open to examine its parts. In plain terms, the act of cutting something apart to study it, or a very close, detailed analysis.
How do you pronounce “dissection”?
“Dissection” is pronounced dih-SEHK-shuhn (/dɪˈsɛkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “dissection” in a sentence?
Here is “dissection” used in a sentence: “The medical students performed their first dissection of a cadaver.”
What part of speech is “dissection”?
“Dissection” is a noun.
How many meanings does “dissection” have?
“Dissection” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of cutting something open to examine its parts.
