bisturi — meaning in English

English meaning

• scalpel noun A small, extremely sharp knife used by surgeons for precise cutting.

Senses

bisturi is used for these senses in English:

• lancet A sharp, pointed, two-edged surgical instrument used in venesection and for opening abscesses etc.
• scalpel A small straight knife with a very sharp blade used for surgery, dissection and craftwork.

Related Italian words