noun

hysterectomy

hysterectomy

She had a hysterectomy last year.

She had a hysterectomy last year.

A hysterectomy is a major operation.

A hysterectomy is a major operation.

to have a hysterectomy She had a hysterectomy last year.

Synonyms: uterine excision

From Greek 'hystera' (womb) + 'ektomē' (a cutting out).

Break it down: 'hyster-' relates to the uterus, and '-ectomy' means surgical removal (like appendectomy).

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