scalpel
noun
a small, light, usually straight knife used in surgical and anatomical operations and dissections.
scalpels
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pluralof scalpel.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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On any given day, suitcases contain supplies that would accommodate a hospital operating room, including scalpels, needles and IV bags.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
Excess fluid pressure buildup in the eye is a risk factor; it’s treated with medication, or lasers or scalpels that eventually relieve the pressure.
From Science Magazine ● Jan. 18, 2024
That would cover not just medication but any item used in a surgical abortion, such as gloves or scalpels.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 8, 2023
Spending 148 days off the air blunted the scalpels of some more than others.
From Salon ● Oct. 9, 2023
In angry weariness he opened the wall cabinet and collected scalpels and clamps, sponges and tubes of sutures, to put in his bag.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
