anatomised
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/əˈnætəˌmaɪzd/
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/əˈnætəmaɪzd/
(anatomise)
detailed dissection or analysis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anatomise' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'anatomizare,' where 'anatomia' meant 'dissection' or 'anatomy.'
Historical Evolution
'anatomizare' transformed into the French word 'anatomiser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'anatomise.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to dissect a body,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to analyze in detail or dissect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'anatomise'.
The scientist anatomised the specimen for further study.
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Last updated: 2025/07/31 20:36