Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tonsillectomy
Noun
/ˌtɒn.sɪˈlɛk.tə.mi/
Definition
The surgical removal of the tonsils.
Examples
- After the tonsillectomy, the patient experienced some throat pain.
- Doctors often recommend a tonsillectomy for children who have frequent throat infections.
- Recovery from a tonsillectomy usually takes about a week.
Meaning
Tonsillectomy is a common procedure, primarily performed to treat recurrent infections and breathing problems related to enlarged tonsils.
Synonyms
- tonsil surgery
- tonsil removal
- throat surgery
