amputation
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/ˌæmpjuˈteɪʃn/
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/ˌæmpjuˈteɪʃn/
The medical removal of a body part, like an arm or leg.
After the severe infection, the doctor recommended amputation to prevent further complications.
在严重感染后,医生建议截肢以防止进一步的并发症。