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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scalpel

/skæl.pəl/ noun · British & US
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What does scalpel mean?

noun

A small, sharp, pointed instrument used in surgery, typically with a handle and a curved or straight blade. A precise or delicate tool used to cut or dissect.

Example

"The surgeon used a scalpel to make a small incision in the patient's skin."

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