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A surgical procedure used in gynecology to remove a thin layer of abnormal tissue from the cervix using a thin wire loop heated by an electrical current.
“The pathologist examined the tissue sample obtained from the cervical loop excision.”
The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.
“The cessation of hostilities between the two nations brought a long-awaited peace to the region.”
The formal giving up, yielding, or surrender of rights, property, or territory by one party, state, or nation to another.
“The treaty finalized the cession of the disputed border territories.”
An underground container or pit for the temporary collection of sewage or liquid waste.
“The old farmhouse relied on a backyard cesspool before the town installed a modern sewer system.”
A container made of woven material such as wicker, plastic, or wire, used for holding or carrying things.
“Ela colocou as roupas sujas no cesto.”
A separate seat for one person, typically with a back and four legs.
“She pulled a chair up to the dining table.”
The person in charge of a meeting, committee, or organization.
“The chairman called the board meeting to order at nine o'clock.”
The presiding officer of a meeting, committee, board of directors, or organization.
“The chairperson called the meeting to order at exactly nine o'clock.”
A soft, white, porous sedimentary carbonate rock, a form of limestone composed of the mineral calcite.
“The white cliffs of Dover are composed primarily of chalk.”
A call to someone to prove or justify something, or to engage in a competitive contest or fight.
“She accepted the challenge to run a marathon in under four hours.”
A person or entity that competes against or questions the authority of a current titleholder, leader, or established status quo.
“The young boxer was a fierce challenger to the reigning heavyweight champion.”
Plural of challenger; individuals or entities that invite someone to compete or fight, or that compete against a current titleholder or established leader.
“The incumbent champion prepared to face a series of tough challengers in the upcoming tournament.”
A person who has surpassed all rivals in a sporting contest or other competition; a champion.
“The young boxer trained for years to become the heavyweight champ.”
To alter the course, path, or orientation in which someone or something is moving or facing.
“The cyclist had to change direction quickly to avoid the pothole in the road.”
Complete disorder and confusion.
“The power outage resulted in total chaos at the airport.”