Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
osteotome
Noun
/ˌɒst.i.əˈtoʊm/
Definition
A surgical instrument used for cutting bone.
Examples
- The surgeon used an osteotome to create a clean cut in the bone during the procedure.
- In orthopedic surgeries, an osteotome is an essential tool for bone shaping.
Meaning
An osteotome is specifically designed to assist surgeons in procedures that require precise cuts in bone tissue.
Synonyms
- Bone chisel
- Bone cutter
- Bone saw
