How to Pronounce "transection"
word
ˈtɹænˌsɛkʃən
tran-SEK-shun
trænˈsɛkʃən
tran-SEK-shun
Definition
The act or process of cutting something across, especially a body part or structure, usually in medical or scientific contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹænˌsɛkʃən
British English
trænˈsɛkʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
tran-SEK-shun
UK
tran-SEK-shun
Listen in Context
The surgeon performed a transection of the nerve during the operation.
A transection of the spinal cord can cause paralysis below the injury site.
Scientists studied the transection of plant stems to understand growth.
Complete transection of an artery requires immediate medical attention.