autoptical

/ɔː.tɒp.tɪ.kəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the examination or dissection of a dead body

“The autoptical study of the insect’s body revealed its internal structure.”

2. noun

the act or process of examining or dissecting a dead body

“The autoptical examination was performed by a team of forensic experts.”

Synonyms

  • dissectional
  • post-mortem

Antonyms

  • vital