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auscultation

noun

/ˌɔːskʌlˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

The act of listening to internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.

The doctor performed auscultation to check the patient’s lungs.

listening, examination, diagnosis, stethoscopy

neglect, ignoring

auscultation of lungs, auscultation of heart, careful auscultation

a person who unlawfully kills another human being with intent

A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.

A detailed inspection or investigation; a formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency.

A place where beehives are kept, especially for commercial purposes.

a small narrow river; a continuous flow of liquid, air, or gas

digression; wandering from a path or subject