glossotomy

/ˌɡlɒsˈɒtəmi/ or /ˌɡlɔːsˈɒtəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A cut in the tongue, especially one caused by a blow or injury.

“The patient’s glossotomy left her with a permanent speech impediment.”

Synonyms

  • tongue-injury
  • tongue-lashing

Antonyms

  • tongue-healing
  • tongue-regeneration