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Meaning of ostomy in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɑstəmɪ/

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  1. Noun

    ostomy

    Etymology

    1950s: from colostomy, ileostomy, etc.

    Definitions

    1. surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening for the elimination of bodily wastes

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