LEUCOTOMY
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Leucotomy.
Leucotomy - as a noun
Surgical interruption of nerve tracts to and from the frontal lobe of the brain; often results in marked cognitive and personality changes
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
frontal lobotomyleukotomy18lobotomy15prefrontal leucotomyprefrontal leukotomyprefrontal lobotomyHypernyms (Closely Related)
psychosurgery27Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Her doctor suggested a leucotomy as a last resort to alleviate her severe depression."
"The effectiveness and ethical implications of leucotomy have been highly debated in the medical community."
"Despite its controversial nature, leucotomy was widely practiced in the mid-20th century."
"After the leucotomy, the patient experienced significant changes in personality and cognitive functioning."
"The use of leucotomy has significantly declined with the advent of alternative treatments for mental illnesses."
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Is LEUCOTOMY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leucotomy is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
LEUCOTOMY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is LEUCOTOMY a valid Words With Friends word?
No, leucotomy is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordLEUCOTOMY is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is LEUCOTOMY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leucotomy is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEUCOTOMY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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