Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

autopsy-room

Noun

/ˈɔː.tɒp.si ruːm/

Definition

A room where autopsies, or post-mortem examinations, are conducted to determine the cause of death.

Examples

The autopsy-room was equipped with advanced tools to conduct thorough examinations.
After the accident, the investigators spent hours in the autopsy-room looking for clues.
The findings in the autopsy-room revealed vital information about the person’s health before death.

Meaning

The autopsy room is specifically designed for the examination of deceased individuals, allowing medical examiners and forensic pathologists to analyze bodies for medical and legal purposes.