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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

tonsillotomy

/tɒnzɪlˈɒtəmi/ noun · British & US
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What does tonsillotomy mean?

noun

A surgical procedure in which part of the tonsil is removed, often performed to treat recurrent tonsillitis.

Example

"The doctor recommended a tonsillotomy to alleviate the patient's chronic sore throats."

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