thoracostomy

tho·ra·cos·to·my

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [thawr-uh-kos-tuh-mee, thohr-]
- /ˌθɔr əˈkɒs tə mi, ˌθoʊr-/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [thawr-uh-kos-tuh-mee, thohr-]
- /ˌθɔr əˈkɒs tə mi, ˌθoʊr-/

Definitions of thoracostomy word

noun plural thoracostomy the construction of an artificial opening through the chest wall, usually for the drainage of fluid or the release of an abnormal accumulation of air. 1
noun plural thoracostomy the opening so constructed. 1
noun thoracostomy a surgical incision in the chest wall, esp to provide drainage 0

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thoracostomy popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 44% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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