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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

excision

/ɛksɪˈʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does excision mean?

noun

The act of cutting or removing something, especially a part of the body. A surgical operation to remove a diseased or damaged part of the body.

Example

"The surgeon performed an excision to remove the infected tissue."

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