Definition

Divided into many narrow parts or sections, often with deep cuts or lobes.

Example

The dissected leaves of the plant have a unique appearance.

Conversation

Have you seen those dissected leaves in the botany lab?

Yeah, they look really interesting with all those narrow segments.

I find it fascinating how nature creates such dissected shapes.

Absolutely! It makes studying plants so much more engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dissected → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "sect" (from Latin "secare", meaning to cut). The word "dissected" means cut apart, typically for the purpose of examination or analysis.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'cut apart' ('sect') to examine it closely, which is what 'dissected' means.

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