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Dissection Definition & Meaning

dissection
noun
  1. cutting so as to separate into pieces
  2. a minute and critical analysis
  3. detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work)

"Dissection" in song lyrics

See how dissection is used in real songs:

  • "Yo I tear the stage and build a guild with dissection"
    7L & Esoteric — Learn From the Druid
  • "of death, disciples of breath. dissection"
    Saul Williams — Lalala
  • "online perch fish dissection"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dissection"

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Frequently asked questions

What does dissection mean?
cutting so as to separate into pieces a minute and critical analysis detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work)
What part of speech is dissection?
Dissection is a noun.
How many definitions does dissection have?
Dissection has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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