surgical

/ˈsər.dʒɪ.kəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving surgery

“The surgical team was on standby to perform the emergency operation.”

2. noun

a procedure or operation performed by a surgeon

“The patient underwent a long and complex surgical procedure.”

3. adverb

in a surgical manner

“The wound was cleaned surgical to prevent infection.”

Synonyms

  • medical
  • operative

Antonyms

  • cosmetic
  • non-surgical