Pronunciation

/kjʊˈrɛt/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A curette is a surgical instrument with a scoop-shaped or spoon-shaped end, used for scraping or removing tissue, such as during a curettage procedure.

Examples

1. “The dentist used a curette to remove plaque and tartar from the patient’s teeth.”

2. “A curette is commonly used in gynecology for endometrial biopsies.”

Synonyms

1. Scoop

2. Scraper

Antonyms

1. None

Additional Information

Curettes come in various shapes and sizes for different medical procedures, and they are often made of stainless steel for durability and sterilization.