dissection (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /daɪˈsɛkʃən/

Definition

The action of cutting something apart or into pieces, typically for scientific examination.

Examples

• The biology class performed a frog dissection to learn about its anatomy.

• Detailed dissection of the tumor was necessary to determine the extent of the cancer.

• The report included a thorough dissection of the company's financial performance.

How to Use dissection

dissection of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what is being cut apart or analyzed. — "The dissection of the ancient artifact revealed its origins."

Synonyms of dissection

Words with a similar meaning to dissection:

• cutting
• separation
• analysis
• autopsy
• vivisection

Antonyms of dissection

Words with the opposite meaning to dissection:

• assembly
• synthesis

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