Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curet
noun
/kjuːˈrɛt/
Definition
A surgical instrument used for scraping tissue or debris from a surface.
Examples
- The surgeon used a curet to remove the damaged tissue from the wound.
- In dental procedures, a curet cleans the tooth root surface during scaling.
Meaning
A curet helps in cleaning and debriding wounds or tissues during medical procedures.
Synonyms
- Scraper
- Debridement tool
- Instrument
