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episiotomy

Pronunciation: /ɪˌpiːsɪˈɒtəmi, ɛ-/

Definition of episiotomy

noun (plural episiotomies)

  • a surgical cut made at the opening of the vagina during childbirth, to aid a difficult delivery and prevent rupture of tissues.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek epision 'pubic region' + -tomy

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