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OSTOMIES Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word ostomies. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word ostomies. (close relations)
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colostomy
nounn
noun

• a surgical operation that creates an opening from the colon to the surface of the body to function as an anus

ileostomy
nounn
noun

• surgical procedure that creates an opening from the ileum through the abdominal wall to function as an anus; performed in cases of cancer of the colon or ulcerative colitis

urostomy
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stoma
nounn
noun

• a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass

• a mouth or mouthlike opening (especially one created by surgery on the surface of the body to create an opening to an internal organ)

Best Hypernyms For OSTOMIES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ostomies, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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operation surgery
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surgical operationsurgical proceduresurgical process
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