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autopsy

/ɔːˈtɒpsi/ noun · British & US
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What does autopsy mean?

noun

The examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death or to identify the body. A detailed examination of a system or process to identify its strengths and weaknesses.

Example

"The coroner performed an autopsy to determine the cause of the victim's death."

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