Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lobotomy

noun

/ləˈbɒtəmi/

Definition

A surgical procedure that involves cutting or removing a part of the brain, particularly the frontal lobes.

Examples

The lobotomy was used in the mid-20th century to treat patients with severe depression.
After undergoing a lobotomy, some patients experienced drastic changes in their personality.

Meaning

Lobotomy is often used in historical contexts to describe a type of brain surgery that was once used to treat mental disorders, but it is rarely performed today due to its severe side effects and ethical concerns.