Synonyms for

Dissection

Verb / daɪˈsekʃʌn / / ˈdaɪsekʃʌn / Another word for dissection — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dissection means to cut something apart in order to study it.

Synonyms & similar words

analysis examination study dismemberment disjunction disunion division parting partition separation splitting autopsy disentanglement disintegration dissolution dissociation dismantlement disorganization dissectional resolution

Example sentences

  1. The biology class did a dissection of a pig.
  2. I don't like doing dissections in science class.
  3. The surgeon had to do a dissection of the patient's heart.
  4. He was able to learn a lot from the dissection of the plant.
  5. The dissection of the book's themes was very interesting.

Quotes

  • Dissection is an art. I am a master artist. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie
  • I don't do animals. You have to know them and love them. I'm a city boy. I'm a downtown Joe. My hustle and bustle are a little different. I work on a dissection table with a knife, and I'm happy with that. - Paul Di'Anno
  • All dissection kills. - Jean Henri Fabre

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