Definition of Retractor

1. Noun. Surgical instrument that holds back the edges of a surgical incision.

Generic synonyms: Surgical Instrument
Derivative terms: Retract

Definition of Retractor

1. n. One who, or that which, retracts.

Definition of Retractor

1. tractor [n -S] - See also: tractor

Medical Definition of Retractor

1. One who, or that which, retracts. Specifically: In breech-loading firearms, a device for withdrawing a cartridge shell from the barrel. A muscle serving to draw in any organ or part. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Retractor

retracted
retracted publication
retractile
retractile
retractile testis
retractilities
retractility
retracting
retraction
retraction
retractions
retraction fibre
retraction of publication
retraction syndrome
retractor (current term)
retractor (current term)
retractors
retracts
retrad
retrahens aurem
retraict
retraicts
retrain
retrainable
retrained
retrainee
retrainees
retraining
retrains
retrait

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