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Operating Microscope

An operating microscope is a specialized optical instrument used in surgical procedures to provide magnified views of the operating field.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A high-powered microscope used by surgeons during delicate surgical procedures, providing enhanced visibility and precision.

Sample Sentence: The neurosurgeon used an operating microscope to perform a complex brain surgery.

Sense 2:

A microscope designed specifically for use in medical settings to visually examine small anatomical structures or specimens during surgery.

Sample Sentence: The otolaryngologist used the operating microscope to examine the tiny structures in the patient's ear during the surgery.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Popular or widely used in surgical fields; commonly utilized by surgeons during various procedures.

Sample Sentence: The operating microscope is a popular tool amongst ophthalmologists for performing delicate eye surgeries.

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