How Do You Spell TREPANNING?

Pronunciation: [tɹˈɛpanɪŋ] (IPA)

Trepanning is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /trɪˈpænɪŋ/. The first syllable is pronounced with the "ih" sound, similar to the "i" in "bit". The second syllable has the "a" sound as in "cat". The final syllable has "ing" pronounced as "ing" in "swing". Trepanning is a medical procedure that involves drilling into the skull to remove a piece of bone. This word has a tricky spelling, but with practice, anyone can master it.

TREPANNING Meaning and Definition

1. Trepanning is a medical procedure that involves creating a hole or opening in the skull using a specialized tool called a trephine. This technique has been practiced for centuries across different cultures and eras, primarily for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes. The purpose of trepanning may vary depending on the medical condition being treated, but it generally involves accessing the brain or relieving pressure within the skull.

   Historically, trepanning has been used to remove bone fragments or blood clots from a traumatic brain injury, alleviate swelling or pressure caused by conditions like hydrocephalus or tumors, or even to treat mental disorders or spiritual ailments. In ancient times, trepanning was often performed as a ritualistic or spiritual practice, believing that it could release evil spirits or balance bodily humors.

   The procedure itself involves carefully drilling a hole into the skull, either manually or using a mechanical trephine, to create a circular opening. This can be done under local or general anesthesia and requires a high level of precision to avoid damaging vital structures within the brain. Following the procedure, the opening may be left uncovered or closed using various techniques, such as sutures or bone grafts.

   Trepanning, while an ancient technique, continues to be used in modern medicine in certain cases where alternative treatments are not suitable or available. With advancements in neurosurgery, trepanning is now considered a specialized and rare procedure, primarily reserved for specific cases and performed by trained neurosurgeons.

2. The operation of making an opening in the skull to relieve the brain from compression or irritation.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for TREPANNING

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Etymology of TREPANNING

The word "trepanning" comes from the Middle French word "trépan", which in turn came from the Greek word "trypanon". The Greek word was a derivative of the verb "trýpō", meaning "to bore" or "to perforate". "Trepanning" refers to the surgical procedure of drilling a hole in the skull, often for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes, and has been practiced since ancient times.

Plural form of TREPANNING is TREPANNINGS

Conjugate verb Trepanning

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to trepan

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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