Meaning of the word necropsy in English
What does necropsy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
necropsy
US /ˈnɛk.rɑp.si/
UK /ˈnɛk.rɒp.si/
Noun
an examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death or the extent of disease, especially in animals
Example:
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The veterinarian performed a necropsy on the deceased bird to find out why it died.
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The results of the necropsy confirmed the presence of a rare disease.