Verbs Related to Operation and Examination

to uproot or relocate someone or something

The company decided to transplant its headquarters to a more tranquil suburban location.

preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)

to carefully cut apart the body or one of its parts to display internal structures for scientific examination or instruction

Biology students carefully dissected frogs in lab to examine the organs and organ systems firsthand.

a morally or legally wrong act, usually bribery, done to gain an advantage or support

The politician was arrested for graft after accepting bribes in exchange for government contracts.

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

The surgeon successfully implanted a pacemaker to regulate the patient's heartbeat.

to make decorative cuts or markings into the surface of a material by using a sharp-pointed or sharp-edged tool

They observed the craftsman skillfully incising the glass bottle with a diamond-tipped tool.

to function in a specific way

The machine operates smoothly when all components are in good condition.

to refuse to accept a proposal, idea, person, etc.

He rejected the first draft of the report, asking for major revisions.

to surgically remove a body part, such as a limb or organ, often due to injury, disease, or medical necessity

The surgeon had to amputate the patient's leg to prevent the spread of the infection.

to cut off the foreskin of a boy's or man's penis as a religious rite, particularly in Islam and Judaism

to find out the cause of a problem or disease that a person has by examining the symptoms

Doctors use various tests to diagnose medical conditions accurately.

to look at something or someone carefully to find potential issues

Be patient; the doctor will examine your eyes soon.

to shine or cast rays of light upon something

The lanterns irradiated the campsite, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.

to examine the body by feeling with hands for abnormalities or structures during a medical examination

The doctor will palpate your abdomen during the upcoming check-up.

to examine something or someone very carefully and thoroughly

The auditor scans the financial records to detect any discrepancies.

the flat panel on a television, computer, etc. on which images and information are displayed

During the presentation, the speaker shared his screen with the audience.

an image of the inside of a body created using X-rays

The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for any fractures after the patient injured their arm.

to join fabric or material by using a needle and thread

I will stitch the torn fabric to repair the dress.

to put a thin tube into the body for medical reasons, like draining fluids or doing tests

The nurse will catheterize the patient to monitor urine output.