pharyngotomy Meaning, Definition & Usage

Phar`yn*got"o*my noun

Etymology

Pharynx + Gr. to cut: cf. F. pharyngotomie.

Definitions

1. (Surg.) (a) The operation of making an incision into the pharynx, to remove a tumor or anything that obstructs the passage. (b) Scarification or incision of the tonsils.