"microdissection" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: microdissections [plural]
Etymology: From micro- + dissection. Etymology templates: {{affix|en|micro-|dissection}} micro- + dissection Head templates: {{en-noun}} microdissection (plural microdissections)
  1. A dissection using a microscope and very fine instruments. Related terms: microdissectional

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