Autopsied: meaning, definitions and examples
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autopsied
[ ɔːˈtɒp.siːd ]
medical examination
Autopsied refers to the process of performing an autopsy, which is a thorough examination of a body after death. This examination is conducted to determine the cause of death and to evaluate any disease or injury that may be present. Autopsies are often performed by a forensic pathologist and can provide vital information for medical, legal, and investigative purposes. The findings from an autopsy can offer insight into public health trends and can help in cases of suspected foul play.
Synonyms
dissect, examine, investigate.
Examples of usage
- The coroner autopsied the body to confirm the cause of death.
- After the suspicious death, law enforcement requested that the body be autopsied.
- The results of the autopsied case revealed new evidence.
- She autopsied the remains to gather more information about the incident.
Translations
Translations of the word "autopsied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 autopsiado
🇮🇳 पोस्टमार्टम किया गया
🇩🇪 obduziert
🇮🇩 diotopsi
🇺🇦 проведена автопсія
🇵🇱 autopsja
🇯🇵 解剖された
🇫🇷 autopsié
🇪🇸 autopsiado
🇹🇷 otopsi yapılmış
🇰🇷 부검된
🇸🇦 تشريح
🇨🇿 provedena pitva
🇸🇰 vykonaná pitva
🇨🇳 尸检
🇸🇮 obdukcija
🇮🇸 rannsókn
🇰🇿 сараптама жүргізілген
🇬🇪 ავტოპსია ჩატარებული
🇦🇿 autopsiya aparılmış
🇲🇽 autopsiado
Etymology
The word 'autopsy' is derived from the Greek word 'autopsia', which means 'to see for oneself'. The components of the term are 'auto-', meaning 'self', and 'opsis', meaning 'sight' or 'view'. This etymology reflects the nature of an autopsy as a direct observation of the body to determine the cause of death. The term was first adopted into English in the early 17th century, with its use becoming more prominent as medical science evolved. By the 19th century, autopsies became crucial in forensic science, aiding legal and medical communities in understanding the circumstances surrounding a person's death. This practice continues to play a vital role in both public health investigations and criminal justice.