adenoid removal (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: [ˌæd.ə.nɔɪd rɪˈmuː.vəl]
Definition
The surgical procedure to take out the adenoids, a mass of lymphoid tissue located in the upper throat behind the nose.
Examples
Adenoid removal is a common procedure for children with chronic tonsillitis or sleep apnea.
The patient experienced some discomfort after the adenoid removal, but it subsided within a few days.
How to Use adenoid removal
- adenoid removal for (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating the reason or condition for which the procedure is performed. — "Adenoid removal is often recommended for chronic nasal congestion."
- adenoid removal surgery (collocation)
- A redundant but common way to specify the surgical nature of the procedure. — "Adenoid removal surgery is generally safe for young children."
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