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
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The normal dog rapidly excreted the urea of the nephrectomized dog.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Elimination and toxicity of caffein in nephrectomized rabbits.
From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)
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