Definition of Incision

1. Noun. A depression scratched or carved into a surface.

Exact synonyms: Dent, Prick, Scratch, Slit
Generic synonyms: Depression, Impression, Imprint
Specialized synonyms: Score, Scotch
Derivative terms: Dent, Incise, Incisive, Prick, Scratch, Slit, Slit

2. Noun. The cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation).

Definition of Incision

1. n. The act of incising, or cutting into a substance.

Definition of Incision

1. Noun. A cut, especially one made by a scalpel or similar medical tool in the context of surgical operation. ¹

2. Noun. The act of incising, or cutting into a substance. ¹

3. Noun. (obsolete) Separation or solution of viscid matter by medicines. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Incision

1. the act of incising [n -S]

Medical Definition of Incision

1. 1. Cleft, cut, gash. 2. An act or action of incising. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Incision

incisal guide
incisal guide angle
incisal path
incisal point
incisal rest
incise
incised
incised-meander
incised meander
incised wound
incisely
incises
incising
incision (current term)
incision and drainage
incision biopsy
incisional biopsy
incisional hernia
incisions
incisive
incisive bone
incisive canal cyst
incisive duct
incisive foramen
incisive fossa
incisive papilla
incisive suture
incisively

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