| Term | Definition |
|---|
| epitome | a summary or typical example of something |
| anatomy | the scientific study of the body and how it's parts are arranged |
| appendectomy | the surgical removal of the appendix |
| tmesis | separation of a compound word by interposition of another word |
| atomize | to reduce to minute particles |
| microtome | scientific instrument that cuts thin slices of biological tissues for microscopic examination |
| tenable | able to be held for a specified time |
| detention | the act of detaining or holding back |
| tenure | the term during which some position is held |
| tenacious | holding firmly to one's position, opinion, etc. |
| retentive | tending to retain or hold on to |
| untenable | not able to be defended or justified |
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