Definition

To restore or create a channel in a body, such as a blood vessel or a river, that has been blocked or narrowed.

Example

The surgeon was able to recanalize the blocked artery successfully.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new method to recanalize blocked arteries?

Yeah, it sounds really promising for patients.

I wonder how effective it really is in practice.

Hopefully, it will lead to better health outcomes for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recanalize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "canalis" (from Latin, meaning channel). The word means to create or restore a channel again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'channel' ('canalis') to remember that recanalize means to create a channel again.

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