surgical
pronunciation
How to pronounce surgical in British English:
UK [ˈsɜ:dʒɪkl]
How to pronounce surgical in American English:
US [ˈsɜrdʒɪkl]
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- Adjective:
- of or relating to or involving or used in surgery
- relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine
- performed with great precision
Word Origin
- surgical (adj.)
- 1770, earlier chirurgical (early 15c.), from surgery + -ical. Related: Surgically. surgical strike: There is no such thing. Don't use unless in a quote, then question what that means. [Isaac Cubillos, "Military Reporters Stylebook and Reference Guide," 2010]
Example
- 1. He loved the surgical life and clearly still does .
- 2. New drugs and surgical techniques are revolutionising treatment and prolonging life .
- 3. Scientists are developing future implants that would not require a surgical removal .
- 4. Treatment options for acoustic neuroma include regular monitoring , radiation and surgical removal .
- 5. Applications include surgical implants , electrical contacts and the tips of fountain pens .