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BIOPSY

(noun, verb)
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There are 2 meanings of the word Biopsy.

Biopsy - as a noun

Examination of tissues or liquids from the living body to determine the existence or cause of a disease

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
diagnostic assaydiagnostic test
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Biopsy - as a verb

To take a sample (a biopsy) for pathological examination.

Example: "They biopsied the lump but it turned out to be non-cancerous."

Example Sentences

"The doctor recommended a biopsy to determine if the lump was cancerous."
"The biopsy results showed no signs of abnormality."
"She experienced some discomfort after the biopsy procedure."
"The pathologist analyzed the biopsy sample under a microscope."
"A lung biopsy is often necessary to diagnose certain respiratory diseases."
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Word Game Points

Is BIOPSY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, biopsy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BIOPSY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is BIOPSY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, biopsy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BIOPSY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is BIOPSY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, biopsy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BIOPSY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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