CAUTERY
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Cautery.
Cautery - as a noun
An instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (e.g., removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cauterantHypernyms (Closely Related)
instrumentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cauterisationcauterizationHypernyms (Closely Related)
operationsurgerysurgical operationsurgical proceduresurgical processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The surgeon used a cautery to stop the bleeding."
"The nurse handed the cautery to the doctor during the procedure."
"After the surgery, the patient had a small cautery mark on their skin."
"The use of cautery is common in dermatology procedures."
"The medical team sterilized the cautery before using it on the patient."
Word Game Points
Is CAUTERY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cautery is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAUTERY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CAUTERY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cautery is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAUTERY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is CAUTERY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cautery is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAUTERY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.