myringotomy

myr·in·got·o·my

M m

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mir-in-got-uh-mee, -ing-]
- /ˌmɪr ɪnˈgɒt ə mi, -ɪŋ-/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mir-in-got-uh-mee, -ing-]
- /ˌmɪr ɪnˈgɒt ə mi, -ɪŋ-/

Definitions of myringotomy word

noun plural myringotomy surgical incision of the tympanic membrane. 1
noun myringotomy (surgery) The surgical procedure of making a tiny incision in the eardrum, to relieve pressure caused by the excessive buildup of fluid, or to drain pus. 1
noun myringotomy a surgical incision of the eardrum, usually to relieve pressure or release fluid 0

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Origin of myringotomy

First appearance:

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

1875-80; < New Latin myring(a) tympanic membrane (compare Medieval Latin miringa membrane enclosing the brain, dissimilated form of Late Latin mēninga < Greek mêninx, stem mēning- membrane) + -o- + -tomy

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A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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