pre-surgery
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/priːˈsɜːrdʒəri/
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/priːˈsɜːdʒəri/
before surgery
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-surgery' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'surgery' from Old French 'surgerie', which meant 'medical treatment'.
Historical Evolution
'surgery' changed from the Old French word 'surgerie' and eventually became the modern English word 'surgery'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'surgery' meant 'medical treatment', but over time it evolved to specifically refer to 'operations performed by a surgeon'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the period or activities before a surgical operation.
The patient underwent a pre-surgery assessment to ensure they were fit for the operation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35