Autopsy
/ˈɔːtɒpsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A postmortem examination to determine cause of death or identify disease.
The coroner ordered an autopsy to establish the cause of death.
Forms
- autopsies
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, autopsies are crucial for evidence in criminal and civil cases involving death.
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