comminuted
Pronunciación: [ˈkɑː.mɪ.njuː.tɪd]
Palabra
Contexto: «medical»
(adjective) when a bone is broken into many small pieces. This usually happens during a serious injury, making the healing process harder.
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The doctor explained that the patient's femur was comminuted, so they needed special treatment.
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The X-ray showed that her bone was not comminuted, only cracked.
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What can be done if the injury is comminuted?
Contexto: «culinary»
(adjective) when food is chopped or broken into very small pieces. This can make it easier to cook or mix with other ingredients.
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The recipe called for comminuted garlic to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
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The chef decided against using comminuted vegetables, preferring larger pieces for the dish.
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How finely should I comminute the herbs for the salad?
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