Pronunciation of 'Mastectomy'
The word 'mastectomy' refers to a surgical procedure for removing one or both breasts, partially or completely, often as a treatment for breast cancer. It is pronounced as /mæsˈtɛktəmi/ in American English.
Word Origin
The word 'mastectomy' originates from the Greek words 'mastós' meaning 'breast' and '-ectomy' meaning 'excision' or 'removal'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A surgical operation to remove one or both breasts, typically to treat or prevent breast cancer.
Pronounced as 'mas-TEK-tuh-mee', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mas' as in 'mass', 'tek' as in 'tech', and 'tuh-mee' as in 'tummy'.