cilectomy

/sɪlˈektɒmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical procedure involving the removal of a cilia (a hair-like structure, especially one on the surface of the respiratory tract or the inner ear)

“The doctor performed a cilectomy to remove the damaged cilia and improve the patient’s hearing.”

Synonyms

  • cilia excision
  • surgical removal of cilia

Antonyms

  • cilia implantation
  • cilia transplantation