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/ˈɡroʊs ænəˈtɑːmi/ · gross.an.a.to.my
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- The study of the overall structure of the human body, focusing on the visible and palpable features, as opposed to microscopic anatomy. The medical student spent the first year studying gross anatomy, learning about the major organs and systems.
noun
- The visible and palpable features of the human body, as opposed to microscopic structures. The gross anatomy of the patient's tumor was examined to determine the best course of treatment.
Did you know? The study of gross anatomy has been a cornerstone of medical education for centuries, with the first detailed human dissections performed by Andreas Vesalius in the 16th century.