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anatomize
verbtechnicaluncommon/ɐnɐtumiˈzaɾ/a·na·to·mi·zar
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To dissect a body or organ to study its anatomy.
Usage examples
“Medical students learn to anatomize cadavers.”
“The biologist anatomized the frog to examine its muscles.”
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to anatomize a corpse
2
To analyze in minute detail; to dissect.
Usage examples
“The author anatomizes the social tensions of the era.”
“The committee anatomized every clause of the contract.”
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to anatomize an issueto anatomize a text