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percussor

/pərˈsɪsər/ noun · British & US
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What does percussor mean?

noun

A percussor is a device or tool used to strike or tap something, often in a controlled or precise manner. It can also refer to a person or thing that causes a sudden or forceful impact.

Example

"The surgeon used a percussor to carefully remove the tumor from the patient's brain."

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