How to Pronounce Dissected

To pronounce "dissected", say DISS-ect-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

DISS-ect-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “dissected”

"dissected" has 3 syllables: diss-ect-ed. It rhymes with dejected and neglected, if that helps it stick.

What does dissected mean?

verb

  1. To study an animal's anatomy by cutting it apart; to perform a necropsy or an autopsy.
  2. To study a plant or other organism's anatomy similarly.

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Words that rhyme with dissected

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dejectedneglectedunexpectedaffectedconnectedcollecteddisconnectedreflectedexpectedselectedrejectedprotected

Related words

cleftcompoundchoppedcutdividedindentedslicedscrutinized

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dissected"?▾

"Dissected" has 3 syllables: diss · ect · ed.

What does "dissected" mean?▾

Dissected: To study an animal's anatomy by cutting it apart; to perform a necropsy or an autopsy.

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