Meaning of the word lobotomy in English
What does lobotomy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lobotomy
US /ləˈbɑː.t̬ə.mi/
UK /ləˈbɒt.ə.mi/
Noun
a surgical operation involving incision into the prefrontal or frontal lobe of the brain, formerly used to treat mental illness.
Example:
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The patient underwent a lobotomy as a last resort for severe mental illness.
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The history of psychiatry includes controversial treatments like the lobotomy.