Necropsy
Definitions
The pathological examination of a corpse, particularly to determine cause of death.
Equivalents
Examples
“Anatomy theory led to morbid anatomy in necropsy studies pursued by, among others, Johann Wepfer (1620–95) and Théophile Bonet (1620–89), both Swiss.”
“During the necropsy, he pored carefully through the body, combing the tissues and organs for signs of an abscess or wound.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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