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tenotomy

Pronunciation: /təˈnɒtəmi/
Definition of tenotomy

noun

[mass noun]
  • the surgical cutting of a tendon, especially as a remedy for club foot.

Origin:

mid 19th century: coined in French from Greek tenōn 'tendon' + -tomia (see -tomy)

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