ceratectomy
/səˈrætɛk.təmɪ/; /səˈrætɪkˈtɒmi/Definitions
1. noun
the surgical removal of a horn or horn core, typically to relieve pressure or discomfort.
“The veterinarian recommended a ceratectomy to alleviate the pain in the goat’s horn.”
1. noun
the surgical removal of a horn or horn core, typically to relieve pressure or discomfort.
“The veterinarian recommended a ceratectomy to alleviate the pain in the goat’s horn.”