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Webster 1913 Edition


Neurotomy

Neu-rot′o-my

,
Noun.
[
Neuro-
+ Gr.
τέμνειν
to cut.]
1.
The dissection, or anatomy, of the nervous system.
2.
(Med.)
The division of a nerve, for the relief of neuralgia, or for other purposes.
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Webster 1828 Edition


Neurotomy

NEUROTOMY

,
Noun.
[Gr. A nerve, and to cut.]
1.
The dissection of a nerve.
2.
The art or practice of dissecting the nerves.