riːˈsekʃən

Definitions

1. noun

the act of cutting out a portion of a body part, organ, or other structure, especially for surgical purposes

“The surgeon performed a resection of the damaged lung to save the patient’s life.”

2. noun

a part or portion of something that has been cut out or removed

“The resection of the old building’s facade exposed the original stone walls.”

3. verb

to cut out or remove a part or portion of something, especially for surgical purposes

“The doctor will resect the damaged tissue to prevent infection.”