Transection
noun
The surgical operation of cutting across a tissue or organ.
The transection of the nerve was necessary for the procedure.

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Formal
surgical transection, complete transection, partial transection
noun
The act of dividing something by a cutting line, especially during surgical procedures or geometric studies.
The transection of the specimen was performed with great care to avoid contamination.

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Neutral
geometric transection, biological transection
noun
The surgical operation of cutting across a tissue or organ.
The transection of the nerve was necessary for the procedure.

Usage tips
Formal
surgical transection, complete transection, partial transection
noun
The act of dividing something by a cutting line, especially during surgical procedures or geometric studies.
The transection of the specimen was performed with great care to avoid contamination.

Usage tips
Neutral
geometric transection, biological transection
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Surgery Context
In surgical environments, 'transection' refers specifically to cutting through tissues. Example: 'The physician must ensure minimal damage during the transection.'
Technical Use
In scientific discussions, 'transection' can detail data intersecting in analyses. Example: 'The transection of datasets reveals significant trends.'
Clear Communication
It's essential to convey the specific type of transection when discussing surgery to avoid misunderstandings. Example: 'We performed a transverse transection rather than a longitudinal one.'
Surgery Context
In surgical environments, 'transection' refers specifically to cutting through tissues. Example: 'The physician must ensure minimal damage during the transection.'
Technical Use
In scientific discussions, 'transection' can detail data intersecting in analyses. Example: 'The transection of datasets reveals significant trends.'
Clear Communication
It's essential to convey the specific type of transection when discussing surgery to avoid misunderstandings. Example: 'We performed a transverse transection rather than a longitudinal one.'
Surgery Context
In surgical environments, 'transection' refers specifically to cutting through tissues. Example: 'The physician must ensure minimal damage during the transection.'
Technical Use
In scientific discussions, 'transection' can detail data intersecting in analyses. Example: 'The transection of datasets reveals significant trends.'
Clear Communication
It's essential to convey the specific type of transection when discussing surgery to avoid misunderstandings. Example: 'We performed a transverse transection rather than a longitudinal one.'
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