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necroscopic


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or involving the examination of corpses or dead bodies.


Variants
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necroses , necrosis , avascular necroses , avascular necrosis , phloem necroses , phloem necrosis , tumor necrosis factor , tumor necrosis factors
Etymology
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From the Greek words 'nekros' (dead body) and 'skopein' (to examine).


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  1. The term 'necroscopy' is also used in astronomy to describe the examination of celestial bodies that no longer emit visible light.

  2. The oldest known necroscopic examination was performed on the mummy of Ramses II in 1825.

  3. In ancient Egypt, necroscopic practices were an essential part of the funeral rites, with the belief that the deceased could be judged and guided to the afterlife based on the condition of their body.


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  1. Anatomy: Necroscopic examinations are an essential part of forensic anatomy and pathology, providing crucial information about the cause and manner of death.

  2. Forensic Science: Necroscopic techniques are used in forensic science to investigate crimes and determine the identity of deceased individuals.


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In literature and art, necroscopic imagery is often used to explore themes of death, mortality, and the human condition. For example, in Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart,' the narrator's obsession with the old man's eye leads him to commit a necroscopic act.

How to Memorize "necroscopic"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a scene from a crime lab where a necroscopic examination is taking place. Imagine the tools and equipment used, as well as the forensic team in their protective gear.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'necroscopic' with the concept of examining dead bodies. Think of the detective in a crime drama, poring over the details of a corpse to solve a mystery.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'Necro' to remember the meaning: Necro (dead body) + Scopic (examination).


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