Definitions of tonsillectomy [ˌtɒn səˈlɛk tə mi]

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Definition of 'tonsillectomy'

1. (n.) tonsillectomy
the operation of excising or removing one or both tonsils.

Etymology: (1900–05)

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1. (noun) tonsillectomy
surgical removal of the palatine tonsils; commonly performed along with adenoidectomy

Definition of 'tonsillectomy'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. tonsillectomy
Surgical removal of a tonsil or tonsils. (Dorland, 28th ed)

'tonsillectomy' - Nearby Entries
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