Definition

In a way that relates to or involves surgery, often referring to medical procedures performed by a surgeon.

Example

The doctor explained that the tumor would be removed surgically to ensure the best outcome.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new doctor in town?

Yeah, I heard he performs operations surgically and with great precision.

I wonder if he has any special techniques that make him stand out.

I hope so! It would be nice to have a surgically skilled doctor nearby.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Surgically → It is formed from "surgery" (from Middle English *surgerie*, derived from Old French *surgier*, meaning to rise or to operate) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "surgically" refers to the manner in which a surgical operation is performed.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'surgery' which involves operating or rising to treat a condition, and remember that 'surgically' means doing something in the manner of a surgical operation.

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