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Whipple

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Whipple (noun) means Short form of "Whipple procedure," a major surgery that removes the head of the pancreas along with parts of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct, most often to treat pancreatic cancer. Example: “Her surgeon recommended a whipple after the scan showed a tumor at the head of the pancreas.”

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Short form of "Whipple procedure," a major surgery that removes the head of the pancreas along with parts of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct, most often to treat pancreatic cancer.

"Her surgeon recommended a whipple after the scan showed a tumor at the head of the pancreas."

"Recovery from a whipple typically takes several weeks in hospital."

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In plain EnglishA serious operation on the pancreas, named after the surgeon who devised it.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Plural: Whipples

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What does “Whipple” mean?

The word “Whipple” means short form of "Whipple procedure," a major surgery that removes the head of the pancreas along with parts of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct, most often to treat pancreatic cancer. In plain terms, a serious operation on the pancreas, named after the surgeon who devised it.

How do you use “Whipple” in a sentence?

Here is “Whipple” used in a sentence: “Her surgeon recommended a whipple after the scan showed a tumor at the head of the pancreas.”

What part of speech is “Whipple”?

“Whipple” is a noun.

What is the meaning of Whipple?

"Whipple" (noun) means short form of "Whipple procedure," a major surgery that removes the head of the pancreas along with parts of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct, most often to treat pancreatic cancer.