acuclosure
|ac-u-clos-ure|
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/ˈækjuˌkloʊʒər/
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/ˈækjuˌkləʊʒə/
needle-based wound closure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acuclosure' originates from the combination of 'acupuncture' and 'closure', where 'acu-' refers to 'needle' and 'closure' refers to 'closing or sealing'.
Historical Evolution
'acuclosure' is a modern term derived from combining 'acupuncture' and 'closure' to describe a specific medical procedure.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'closing a wound using needles', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medical procedure involving the closure of a wound or incision using acupuncture techniques.
The doctor recommended an acuclosure to aid in the healing process.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/01 22:51