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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

glossectomy

/ˈɡlɒsɛktəmi/ noun · British & US
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What does glossectomy mean?

noun

A surgical operation to remove part or all of the tongue, often performed to treat cancer or other conditions affecting the tongue.

Example

"The patient underwent a glossectomy to remove the cancerous tumor on her tongue."

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