Synonyms for necropsy
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The pathological examination of a corpse, particularly to determine cause of death.
Forms
- Plural
- necropsies → autopsies, post-mortems, necrotomies…
Example sentences
- autopsy Sami Bakir was conducting an autopsy at the morgue.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| necropsy | falling | |
| autopsy | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 7 letters
- autopsy3
- 9 letters
- necrotomy
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (autopsy3 = 3 syllables).