Meaning of the word dissected in English

What does dissected mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dissected

US /dɪˈsɛktɪd/
UK /dɪˈsɛktɪd/

Verb

1.

to cut open something, especially a dead body or a plant, and study its structure

Example:
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The students carefully dissected the frog in biology class.
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Scientists dissected the plant to understand its internal structure.
2.

to analyze something in detail by breaking it down into its components

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The lawyer dissected the witness's testimony during cross-examination.
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The critics dissected the film's plot and character development.