Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scalpel
Noun
/ˈskælpəl/
Definition
A small knife with a very sharp blade, used by surgeons during medical operations.
Examples
- The surgeon used a scalpel to make a clean incision in the patient’s skin.
- In art classes, students often use scalpels for detailed paper cutting projects.
- The veterinarian carefully used a scalpel to perform the surgery on the animal.
Meaning
A scalpel is a precision surgical instrument that allows for intricate cuts and incisions.
Synonyms
- knife
- instrument
- cutter
