resect
verb
re·sect ri-ˈsekt 
resected; resecting; resects
transitive verb
: to perform resection on
resectability
ri-ˌsek-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē
noun resectable
ri-ˈsek-tə-bəl
adjective 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Scanning done since the procedure (a minimally invasive craniotomy with an eyebrow incision) shows that the tissue of concern was completely resected by imaging criteria. 
Jonathan Evans, Esquire, 19 July 2017 An ear, nose and throat surgeon would resect the tumor. Allie Gross, Detroit Free Press, 15 July 2017
Jonathan Evans, Esquire, 19 July 2017 An ear, nose and throat surgeon would resect the tumor. Allie Gross, Detroit Free Press, 15 July 2017 Word History
Etymology
Latin resectus, past participle of resecare to cut off, from re- + secare to cut — more at saw
First Known Use
1835, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
resect
transitive verb
re·sect ri-ˈsekt
: to perform resection on
resect an ulcer