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dissection

noun

/daɪˈsɛkʃən/

Meaning

the act of cutting apart or analyzing something in detail, especially a body or structure

The dissection of the specimen revealed important details about its structure.

political dissection

analysis, examination, cutting, study, scrutiny

assembly, construction, synthesis

scientific dissection, detailed dissection, dissection of a text, dissection in class

a distinctive attribute or aspect of something; a characteristic

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.

The quality of being economical with resources; avoiding waste.

The state of having power and influence over others.