curette

[ kyoo-ret ]

/ kyʊˈrɛt /

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noun

a scoop-shaped surgical instrument for removing tissue from body cavities, as the uterus.

verb (used with object), cu·ret·ted, cu·ret·ting.

to scrape with a curette.

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Origin of curette

First recorded in 1745–55; from French, equivalent to cur(er) “to cleanse” + -ette feminine noun suffix; see origin at -ette, cure

Words nearby curette

curdy, cure, cure-all, curet, curettage, curette, curettement, curfew, curia, Curia Regis, Curia Romana

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How to use curette in a sentence

If a flushing curette has been used, this of course has already been done.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various
Fragments removed by the curette are subjected to microscopical examination for diagnostic purposes.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various
The curette is passed up to the top of the fundus uteri with its cutting edge directed to the posterior wall.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various
The cervix is first dilated up to a suitable degree for the passage of the curette; up to No. 12 Hegar is usually sufficient.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various

As a preliminary to the use of the curette, dilatation up to No. 12 Hegar is necessary.
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British Dictionary definitions for curette

curette

curet

/ (kjʊəˈrɛt) /

noun

a surgical instrument for removing dead tissue, growths, etc, from the walls of certain body cavities

verb -rettes, -rets, -retting or -retted

(tr) to scrape or clean with such an instrument

Word Origin for curette

C18: from French, from curer to heal, make clean; see cure

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Medical definitions for curette

curette

A surgical instrument shaped like a scoop or spoon, used to remove tissue or growths from a body cavity.

To scrape tissue or a body part with a curette.