Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abscise
verb
/æbˈsaɪz/
Definition
To cut off or remove from a larger whole.
Examples
- The surgeon had to abscise the tumor to ensure the patient’s recovery.
- Some trees abscise their leaves in the fall to conserve energy during winter.
Meaning
Abscise refers to the action of severing or cutting away a part from something. It is often used in biological contexts, such as when a plant naturally drops leaves or fruits.
Synonyms
- sever
- cut off
- detach
