mastectomy
Translation
mastectomy
Examples
She underwent a mastectomy last year.
She underwent a mastectomy last year.
A double mastectomy involves removing both breasts.
A double mastectomy involves removing both breasts.
Grammar Patterns
((undergo/have)) a mastectomy to have a surgical operation to remove a breast She had to have a mastectomy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: breast removal surgery
Etymology
From Greek 'mastos' (breast) + 'ektomē' (a cutting out). The suffix '-ectomy' means surgical removal.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'mast-' (breast) + '-ectomy' (removal). Connect it to other surgeries ending in '-ectomy', like appendectomy.