excision
[ek-sizh-uh n, ik-]
- the act of removal; an excising.
- Surgery. the surgical removal of a foreign body or of tissue.
- excommunication.
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Origin of excision
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After excision a mixture of water and vinegar should be kept in the mouth for some time.
Old-Time Makers of MedicineJames J. Walsh
His description of the excision is rather clear and detailed.
Old-Time Makers of MedicineJames J. Walsh
The Phrygian practice of excision was regarded, probably, as a sacrifice.
Introduction to the History of ReligionsCrawford Howell Toy
It is to be regretted that no one suggested the excision of sections xix.-xxi.
The Works of Lord ByronLord Byron
The excision made no difference to me, but a great deal of difference to him.
Reminiscences of Charles BradlaughGeorge W. Foote
Word Origin and History for excision
n.
late 15c., from Middle French excision (14c.) and directly from Latin excisionem (nominative excisio), noun of action from past participle stem of excidere (see excise (v.)).
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Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
excision
(ĭk-sĭzh′ən)- Surgical removal by cutting, as of a tumor or a portion of a structure or organ.exsection
- A recombination event in which a genetic element is removed.
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