Definition of necropsy Necropsy

nec•rop•sy

We found 5 definitions of necropsy from 4 different sources.

What does necropsy mean?

Noun
necropsy - an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease
		autopsy, postmortem, post-mortem, PM, postmortem examination, post-mortem examination
		scrutiny, examination a prolonged intense look

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necropsy (Noun)
The pathological dissection of a corpse; particularly to determine cause of death. Applicable to the examination of any life form.
necropsy (Verb)
The act of performing a necropsy.