anatomise

/ænætəˈmaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to dissect or separate something into its component parts, especially for the purpose of studying its structure or function

“The pathologist will anatomise the tumour to understand its growth patterns.”

2. verb

to examine or describe something in detail, especially its structure or function

“The artist anatomise the human form in her latest sculpture.”

3. verb

to break down or explain something into its simplest components

“The teacher will anatomise the complex mathematical formula to help the students understand it.”

Synonyms

  • analyze
  • dissect
  • examine

Antonyms

  • integrate
  • unify