pileorhize

/ˌpaɪloʊˈraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to cut or sever with a pileorhium, or a tool used for cutting in the same manner.

“The surgeon decided to pileorhize the tissue to prevent further damage.”

2. noun

the act or process of cutting or severing with a pileorhium.

“The surgeon performed a complex pileorhize to repair the patient’s damaged tissue.”

Synonyms

  • cut
  • sever

Antonyms

  • rejoin
  • unite