myringotomy en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English myringo- Proto-Indo-European *temh₁- Proto-Indo-European *-né- Ancient Greek τέμνω (témnō)der. English -tomy English myringotomy From myringo- + -tomy.
Meanings
- 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.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| myringotomies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
Synonyms
tympanostomy · tympanotomy · myringostomy
Translations (2)
es miringotomía (Translations) · it miringotomia (Translations)