scalpel (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈskælpəl/

Definition

A small, extremely sharp knife used by surgeons for making precise cuts during medical operations.

Examples

• The surgeon requested a fresh scalpel before making the first incision.

• Precision is vital when handling a scalpel during complex neurosurgery.

• The medical student practiced making steady, controlled movements with a training scalpel.

Synonyms of scalpel

Words with a similar meaning to scalpel:

• knife
• blade
• lancet

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