Skewer

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Skewer

Skewer (/ˈskjuː.ər/), from the Old Norse skífr, meaning "a slice", is a term commonly used in the medical field, particularly in surgery. It refers to a long piece of metal or wood used to hold pieces of food together during cooking. In a medical context, it is often used metaphorically to describe the action of piercing or penetrating a part of the body, usually with a surgical instrument.

Etymology

The term "skewer" is derived from the Old Norse skífr, which means "a slice". It entered the English language in the 15th century, originally referring to a long piece of metal or wood used in cooking. The metaphorical use in a medical context began in the 19th century.

Related Terms

  • Pierce: To make a hole or opening in something, often with a sharp instrument. In a medical context, this can refer to the action of a needle or other instrument entering the body.
  • Penetrate: To pass into or through something. In surgery, this can refer to the action of a surgical instrument entering the body.
  • Surgical instrument: A specially designed tool or device for performing specific actions during surgery or autopsy.
  • Surgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or injury.

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