topectomy

to·pec·to·my

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [tuh-pek-tuh-mee]
- /təˈpɛk tə mi/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [tuh-pek-tuh-mee]
- /təˈpɛk tə mi/

Definitions of topectomy word

noun plural topectomy excision of part of the cerebral cortex for the relief of unmanageable pain or especially as a treatment for certain mental disorders. 1
noun topectomy (formerly) the surgical removal of part of the outer layer of the brain in order to relieve certain psychiatric disorders 0

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Parts of speech for Topectomy

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topectomy popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 47% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

topectomy usage trend in Literature

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