Anatomising

/əˈnætəmaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of anatomise; currently dissecting, analyzing, or examining in detail (British spelling).

Etymology

The '-ing' form of the British verb 'anatomise,' following standard English gerund/present participle formation.

Kelly Says

A scientist anatomising a fossil is engaged in detective work, using every tool available to piece together how an extinct creature lived millions of years ago.

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