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Words with Suffix “-ectomy” in English (US)
Browse English (US) words ending with the suffix “-ectomy”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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-ectomy Greek origin (*ektome* meaning 'cut out'); denotes surgical removal.
parathyroidectomy
7 syllables17 letters
pa·ra·thy·roid·ec·to·my
/ˌpærəˈθaɪrɔɪdˈɛktəmi/
noun
Parathyroidectomy is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on 'roid'. It's derived from Greek roots and refers to the surgical removal of the parathyroid gland. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-based rules.