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TREPAN

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Trepan.

How to pronounce trepan:

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Trepan - as a noun

A surgical instrument used to remove sections of bone from the skull

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trephine

A drill for cutting circular holes around a center

Trepan - as a verb

Cut a hole with a trepan, as in surgery

Example Sentences

"The doctor had to trepan the patient's skull to remove the blood clot."
"The surgeon decided to trepan the patient's skull to relieve pressure on the brain."
"The procedure involved using a trepan to create a hole in the skull."
"The surgeon used a trepan to remove the skull fragment."
"The ancient trephines were early precursors to modern trepans."
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Word Game Points

Is TREPAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, trepan is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TREPAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is TREPAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, trepan is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TREPAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is TREPAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, trepan is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TREPAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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