Carcass
Carcass
Carcass (/ˈkɑːrkəs/), from the Old French carcois, is a term used in medicine to refer to the body of a dead animal. Its usage in medical context often refers to the structural framework of a body after death, excluding the skin, feathers, wool, hide or scales.
Etymology
The term carcass is derived from the Old French carcois, which originally meant 'body'. The term was later adopted into Middle English as carcas, and has been used in the English language since the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Cadaver: A cadaver or corpse is a deceased body.
- Decomposition: Decomposition is the process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler organic matter.
- Autopsy: An autopsy is a surgical procedure that consists of a thorough examination of a corpse to determine the cause and manner of death and to evaluate any disease or injury that may be present.
- Mortuary Science: Mortuary science is the study of deceased bodies through mortuary work. The term is most often applied to a college curriculum in the United States that prepares a student for a career as a mortician or funeral director.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carcass
- Wikipedia's article - Carcass
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