Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dissector

noun

/dɪˈsɛktər/

Definition

A tool or instrument used for dissection.

Examples

In the laboratory, students used a dissector to explore the anatomy of the frog.
Veterinary students often become skilled in the use of a dissector during their training.
The dissector revealed intricate structures that were otherwise difficult to visualize.

Meaning

In biology and medicine, a dissector refers to an implement or device that helps researchers and students separate and analyze biological tissues for study.