Synonyms of ablation

Noun


1. ablation, extirpation, cutting out, excision, operation, surgery, surgical operation, surgical procedure, surgical process

usage: surgical removal of a body part or tissue

2. ablation, erosion, eroding, eating away, wearing, wearing away

usage: the erosive process that reduces the size of glaciers

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Definition and meaning of ablation (Dictionary)