Pronunciation

/tɪˈnækjʊləm/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A tenaculum is a small sharp hook-like instrument used in surgery and medical procedures for grasping and holding tissues or vessels.

Examples

1. “The surgeon used a tenaculum to grasp the tissue during the procedure.”

2. “The tenaculum is an essential tool in certain gynecological surgeries.”

Additional Information

Tenaculums come in various sizes and shapes, and they are designed for specific medical purposes, such as in obstetrics, ophthalmology, and plastic surgery.