Meaning of "necropsy" in English

A necropsy, also known as an autopsy when conducted on humans, refers to the scientific examination of a deceased animal. It is performed to determine the cause of death and to study the effects of diseases on the body. This procedure involves examining the organs and tissues in detail, often for research or diagnostic purposes. Necropsies provide valuable insights into animal diseases and health, helping veterinarians and researchers understand more about animal biology and pathology.

Meaning of "nécropsie" in French

In French, "nécropsie" similarly refers to the post-mortem examination of an animal. Conducted to ascertain the cause of death, a nécropsie helps identify any disease or condition that might have affected the animal. This examination is crucial for veterinary practices as it aids in diagnosing and understanding diseases, enhancing animal health management and research. The procedure involves a meticulous analysis of internal organs and tissues, providing a comprehensive view of what may have led to the animal's demise.

Pronunciation of "necropsy" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈnekrɒpsi/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the emphasis is often on the first syllable, sounding like "NEH-krop-see," while in British English, it might have a slightly less pronounced ‘r’ and sound like "NEH-krop-see."

Pronunciation of "nécropsie" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ne.kʁɔp.si/

Pronunciation Variations: In standard French, the pronunciation remains consistent across regions, with a soft ‘n’ followed by an open ‘e.’ The ‘r’ is rolled, typical to French pronunciation, and there is no significant variation in accents or dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The veterinarian performed a necropsy on the horse to determine the cause of death.
    (Le vétérinaire a effectué une nécropsie sur le cheval pour déterminer la cause de la mort.)

  2. After the sudden death of the zoo animal, a necropsy was scheduled immediately.
    (Après la mort soudaine de l'animal du zoo, une nécropsie a été immédiatement programmée.)

  3. The results of the necropsy revealed the animal had a rare disease.
    (Les résultats de la nécropsie ont révélé que l'animal souffrait d'une maladie rare.)

  4. Necropsies are crucial for tracking health issues in wildlife populations.
    (Les nécropsies sont cruciales pour suivre les problèmes de santé dans les populations sauvages.)

  5. The detailed necropsy provided insights into the animal's final moments.
    (La nécropsie détaillée a fourni des informations sur les derniers moments de l'animal.)

  6. By conducting a necropsy, researchers can study disease progression in animals.
    (En réalisant une nécropsie, les chercheurs peuvent étudier la progression des maladies chez les animaux.)

  7. The discovery during the necropsy changed the course of the study.
    (La découverte lors de la nécropsie a changé le cours de l'étude.)

  8. A necropsy is often more informative than a visual examination.
    (Une nécropsie est souvent plus informative qu'un examen visuel.)

  9. Veterinarians recommend a necropsy in cases of unexpected animal deaths.
    (Les vétérinaires recommandent une nécropsie en cas de décès animal imprévu.)

  10. The necropsy findings were shared with the animal welfare organization.
    (Les résultats de la nécropsie ont été partagés avec l'organisation de protection des animaux.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "necropsy" in English

Synonyms: postmortem, autopsy, dissection, examination, autopsy examination.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: autopsy, examination, review, inspection.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "nécropsie" in French

Synonyms: autopsie, examen post-mortem, dissection, inspection.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: autopsie, inspection, examen.

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