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a combining form meaning “suture,” used in the formation of compound words: herniorrhaphy.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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Origin of -rrhaphy
<Greek -rrhaphia; combining form akin to rháptein to stitch, sew
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Medical definitions for -rrhaphy
-rrhaphy
suff.
Surgical suture:aneurysmorrhaphy.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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