nephrectomize
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of nephrectomize
First recorded in 1895–1900; nephrectom(y) + -ize
Example Sentences
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In many cases the nephrectomized dog was in good condition at the conclusion of the experiment.
From Time Magazine Archive
The normal dog rapidly excreted the urea of the nephrectomized dog.
From Time Magazine Archive
Elimination and toxicity of caffein in nephrectomized rabbits.
From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)
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