oophorectomy

noun

oo·​pho·​rec·​to·​my ˌō-ə-fə-ˈrek-tə-mē 

plural oophorectomies

: the surgical removal of an ovary

called also ovariectomy

Examples of oophorectomy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On choosing surgical menopause In addition to a double mastectomy, Munn opted for an oophorectomy to remove her ovaries, plus had her fallopian tubes and uterus removed as well. — Kara McGrath, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026

Thinking about her son, Aimee decided to have a preventive double mastectomy and oophorectomy in 2015 and 2016. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026

This procedure is known as an oophorectomy, which is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. — Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 15 May 2026

As part of her treatment, Munn underwent a double mastectomy, a partial hysterectomy (the removal of a uterus) and an oophorectomy (removal of one or both ovaries). — Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

New Latin oophoron ovary (from o- + Greek -phoron, neuter of -phoros -phore) + English -ectomy

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for oophorectomy

• appendectomy
• hepatectomy
• hysterectomy
• iridectomy
• laminectomy
• laryngectomy
• pneumonectomy
• prostatectomy
• sympathectomy
• thyroidectomy
• tonsillectomy
• adrenalectomy

Medical Definition

oophorectomy

noun

oo·​pho·​rec·​to·​my ˌō-ə-fə-ˈrek-tə-mē 

plural oophorectomies

: the surgical removal of an ovary

called also ovariectomy