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incisions

/ɪnˈsɪʒ.ənz/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

Surgical cuts made into the skin or flesh, or a sharp, clean cut or notch made into an object.

Example Sentences:
  • The surgeon made several small incisions to perform the laparoscopic procedure.
  • The woodworker made precise incisions along the grain to create the decorative pattern.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'incisio', from the verb 'incidere' (to cut into), formed by the prefix 'in-' (into) and 'caedere' (to cut). The term entered Middle English via Old French, originally used in medical and anatomical contexts to describe surgical cuts.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'in-scissors': You use scissors to make a cut IN something.

Frequently Asked Questions About “incisions

1. What is the meaning of “incisions” in English?

In English, incisions (noun) is defined as: “Surgical cuts made into the skin or flesh, or a sharp, clean cut or notch made into an object.”.

2. How do you use “incisions” in a sentence?

The surgeon made several small incisions to perform the laparoscopic procedure.

3. What are English synonyms of “incisions”?

Common synonyms include:cuts,slits,gashes,lacerations,notches

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “incisions”?

Derived from the Latin 'incisio', from the verb 'incidere' (to cut into), formed by the prefix 'in-' (into) and 'caedere' (to cut). The term entered Middle English via Old French, originally used in medical and anatomical contexts to describe surgical cuts.