Meaning of the word lumpectomy in English
What does lumpectomy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lumpectomy
US /lʌmˈpek.tə.mi/
UK /lʌmˈpek.tə.mi/
Noun
a surgical operation in which a lump, especially a cancerous one, is removed from the breast, typically without removing much other tissue.
Example:
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She underwent a lumpectomy to remove the tumor.
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A lumpectomy is often followed by radiation therapy.