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necropsy.

The pathological examination of a corpse, particularly to determine cause of death.

8 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈnɛkɹɒpsi/Received-Pronunciation/nɪˈkɹɒpsi/Received-Pronunciation/ˈnɛkɹɑpsi/General-American
  1. The pathological examination of a corpse, particularly to determine cause of death.

Where this word comes from

From necro- + -opsy.

verb/ˈnɛkɹɒpsi/Received-Pronunciation/nɪˈkɹɒpsi/Received-Pronunciation/ˈnɛkɹɑpsi/General-American
  1. To perform a necropsy on.

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Where this word comes from

From necro- + -opsy.

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