Vivisection
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British pronunciation/vˌɪvɪsˈɛkʃən/
American pronunciation/vˌɪvɪsˈɛkʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "vivisection"

Vivisection
01

the scientific and experimental operations performed on live animals

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The ethics committee debated the use of vivisection in the laboratory.
The scientist explained that vivisection is essential for certain medical research.
02

a very harsh and thorough examination or analysis

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The film critic 's vivisection of the movie's plot exposed its numerous inconsistencies and plot holes.
Her vivisection of the novel's characters revealed their deep-seated flaws and contradictions.
vivisection
01

of the nature of or expressing a petition

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vivisect

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vivisection

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vivisectionist

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vivisectionist

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