/zoʊtəˈmɪkəl/ (zo-oh-tuh-MI-kul)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the dissection of animals for the purpose of scientific study

“The zootomical research provided crucial insights into animal anatomy.”

2. adverb

in a manner involving the dissection of animals for scientific study

“The scientist conducted zootomical examinations of the specimens.”