dissection
|dis/sec/tion|
B2
/dɪˈsɛkʃən/
cutting apart for study
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dissection' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dissectio,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'sectio' meant 'cutting.'
Historical Evolution
'dissectio' transformed into the French word 'dissection,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dissection' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cutting apart for study,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'detailed analysis or examination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of cutting open or apart, especially for anatomical study.
The dissection of the frog was part of the biology class.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39